Attorney Greg Katzman on Business Tax Planning

On January 24, 2012, in Attorney Gregory M. Katzman, Tax, Video Blog Series, by S&W Blog Admin

Starting a new business? Check out Shipman & Wright Attorney Greg Katzman on business tax planning.

The Danger of Caps on Damages

On January 19, 2012, in Attorney Gary K. Shipman, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, by Attorney Gary K. Shipman

Blog Written by Attorney Gary K. Shipman: Last year, the North Carolina Legislature placed a “one size fits all” cap on non-economic losses in medical negligence cases of $500,000.00.  Critics of that type of legislation, benefiting only the wrongdoers, and not victims, have repeatedly stated that caps don’t do anything to promote safety.  Well, now [...]

Attorney William Wright on Personal Injury

On January 17, 2012, in Attorney William Wright, Personal Injury, Video Blog Series, by S&W Blog Admin

Here at Shipman and Wright we handle a variety of personal injury cases.  View S&W Attorney William Wright’s video blog on personal injury discussions to learn more.

Remington Model 700 Involved in Death of 16 year old

On January 4, 2012, in Attorney Gary K. Shipman, Consumer Safety, Wrongful Death, by S&W Blog Admin

Blog Written by Attorney Gary K. Shipman: I literally moaned out load when I read the news story surrounding the death of Jasmine Thar, an incredibly vibrant   16 year old from Charlotte who was killed on December 23, 2011 (http://ftpcontent.worldnow.com/wect/PDFs%20for%20stories/accidental%20riffle%20shooting.PDF) when a Remington Model 700 rifle being removed from its case unintentionally discharged, according to [...]

Attorney Gary Shipman talks about the Launch of the Shipman & Wright Video Blog Series

On January 3, 2012, in Video Blog Series, by S&W Blog Admin

The Shipman & Wright Video blog series is a new way for us to communicate with our clients, prospective clients and fellow attorneys.  We will be talking about everything from cases that we are handling within our firm to current topics in the local, national and global news that effect our daily lives.  Through our [...]

Gary Shipman Celebrating 30 Years!

On January 1, 2012, in Firm News, Uncategorized, by S&W Blog Admin

Thirty years ago today, Gary Shipman started his own law practice here in Wilmington, NC.  Gary is now recognized throughout the State of North Carolina and beyond for his effectiveness and skills in the courtroom.  Congratulations, Gary! Click here to learn more about Attorney Gary Shipman.  

Happy Holidays from Shipman & Wright, LLP

On December 24, 2011, in Firm News, General, Uncategorized, by S&W Blog Admin

Happy Holidays from all of us at Shipman & Wright.  Our offices will be closed Monday December 26th through Monday January 2nd and will reopen in the new year on Tuesday January 3rd.  We wish you all a safe and happy holiday season and look forward to working with you in the new year.

Will and Estate Lawsuits and Challenges

On December 15, 2011, in Attorney William Wright, Family Law, Wills & Estates, by Attorney William Wright

Blog Written by Attorney William Wright: Are you involved in a dispute over a Last Will and Testament or the Estate of a family member or close friend?  Well, Shipman & Wright can help you resolve the dispute.  We have many years of experience and have handled numerous Will or Estate challenges. Will challenges and [...]

The IRS Taking Offshore Accounts Very Seriously

On December 14, 2011, in Attorney Gregory M. Katzman, Financial, Government, Tax, by Attorney Gregory Katzman

Blog Written by Attorney Gregory M. Katzman: New tax rules will require taxpayers with assets held offshore to make extensive disclosures to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or face risking harsh penalties. The IRS wants to locate taxpayer’s secret overseas accounts used to skirt U.S. taxes.  The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act of 2010 requires [...]

Bankruptcy Home Misconceptions

On December 13, 2011, in Attorney Kyle Nutt, Bankruptcy, Financial, by Attorney Kyle Nutt

Blog Written by Attorney Kyle Nutt: A common misconception I hear about Bankruptcy is that it always allows an individual or family to keep their home and protect it from creditors. Like most legal issues, the degree to which the primary residence is protected in bankruptcy depends on the circumstances, and a qualified attorney should [...]