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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, otherwise known as IDEA, guarantees the rights of students with disabilities and their family members. States and other public agencies offer children with disabilities various services, such as early intervention and special education, in accordance with this law. IDEA ensures that students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education. A…

In the past, schools did not do much to address the special needs of children with disabilities. Sometimes school officials placed them in ordinary classrooms without providing them with adequate support. Other times, administrators relegated them to separate classrooms. At times, public schools did not admit children with disabilities at all. Such policies denied appropriate access…

Being a small business owner in North Carolina is thrilling and often overwhelming. It is tempting to jump in and begin making sales and marketing decisions immediately. However, giving some thought to what business structure works best for you and your company can be beneficial in the long run. At BA Folk, we often assist…

When purchasing real estate, due diligence is important. While buyers may need to conduct inspections and appraisals on their own, sellers also have a responsibility to disclose certain facts in North Carolina. In addition to this, sellers may not give false answers when asked a direct question. In spite of this, many homeowners get tricked…

In the past few years, entrepreneurs have begun to think of ways to turn marijuana, hemp and their associated compounds into viable businesses. One hemp-based compound on the verge of booming is cannabidiol oil. In fact, according to some estimates, the CBD oil industry is on track to have sales of more than $20 billion by 2024.   In 2018, the Farm…

At the law firm of BA Folk in North Carolina, we represent numerous clients accused of DWI. Consequently, we realize the number of major negative consequences you could face if a judge or jury convicts you of this alleged crime, and we do everything legally possible to see to it that you receive an acquittal…

Despite North Carolina House Bill 766 working to relax some of the restrictions on marijuana possession in the state, the bill remains in committees. Without passage of the bill, the state has some of the harshest laws on marijuana. Possession of the drug is still a crime. The General Assembly of North Carolina HB 766…

When you first set out to become a landlord in North Carolina, you wanted to earn some extra income and provide your tenants with a great home. Unfortunately, there may come a time when you have to deal with terrible tenants. Should that time come, Money Crashers breaks down common tenant issues and their solutions. Keep these…

Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol in North Carolina is a criminal offense punishable by jail times, fines or both. However, if the officer who stops you or the state’s attorney determines the existence of one or more grossly aggravating factors, the judge must adhere to a stricter sentencing schedule. The North…

With new federal regulations deeming hemp no longer an illegal substance, the face of the CBD market has changed drastically in North Carolina. This has opened a whole new business prospect up for those who wish to get into the industry in its early days. Starting a CBD business does require you to understand the…