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The National Law Review

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Jury Awards and the Limits of Bankruptcy Sanctuary

Consider this scenario: You are defrauded by a company and its CEO. You sue both in state court and, after three years, a jury awards you millions in damages against both. But as the state court judge is finalizing the judgment, the company files bankruptcy. Does the bankruptcy filing nullify the state court lawsuit? And does the company’s bankruptcy automatically protect the CEO? A recent order from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of North Carolina tackles both questions – and plaintiffs will like the answers. Background Systematic Audio and its manager, Scottie Johnson, spent three years defending a lawsuit in Catawba County. After a three-week trial, a jury found Johnson personally liable for fraud and interference with contract, awarding over $5 million in compensatory damages and more than $16 million in punitive damages. But before the state court judge could enter a final judgment, Systematic Audio filed Chapter 11, triggering the automatic stay on efforts to collect from the company. The company then asked the Bankruptcy Court to extend the stay to collection efforts against Johnson on the theory he was too important to the business to be distracted by litigation. The Bankruptcy Court Can Allow

Catawba County, NC · 1d

lakenormanpublications.com

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Lake area towns to honor servicemen and women

LAKE NORMAN – Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, commemorates the end of World War I in 1918. The armistice that ended the fighting took effect on the 11th day of the 11th month at 11 a.m. Armistice Day later evolved into Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honoring all who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Mooresville, NC · 2d
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MGSD board passes budget amendments, reviews proposed 2027-2028 school calendar

The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education approved several budget updates and a field trip request on Tuesday. The board also began examination of a proposed calendar for the 2027-2028 school year. Chief Finance Officer Angie Davis requested that the board approve several budget amendments to account for new...

Mooresville, NC · 1d
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I-SS selling used iPads for $100 on November 7, December 12

Iredell-Statesville Schools hopes to sell approximately 4,000 used iPads for $100 each during the next five weeks. The district will hold the first sale on Saturday, November 7, and the second on Saturday, December 12, at Career Academy and Technical School, located at 350 Old Murdock Road in Troutman. The...

Statesville, NC · 1d

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NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar suspended for final race of 2026 season

MOORESVILLE, NC (WBTV) — Star NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar was suspended by his own team for the final race of the 2026 season. Drivers in all three of NASCAR’s top series will wrap up the 2026 slate this weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway, save for Hocevar, driver of the No. 77 car.

Mooresville, NC · 2d

iredellfreenews.com

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Discover the stories in Broad Street UMC’s historic stained-glass windows

During Pumpkin Fest on November 7, Broad Street United Methodist Church in Statesville invites visitors to step inside its sanctuary and discover the stories told through its beautiful stained-glass windows. Each window reflects a rich history of faith, symbolism, and craftsmanship, with details that are often overlooked at first glance....

Statesville, NC · 2d

Queen City News

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Statesville McDonald’s hosts surprise birthday celebration for 5-year-old craniofacial awareness ambassador

STATESVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A local Statesville McDonald’s hosted a surprise fifth birthday party for Asher, a young boy whose journey with craniofacial differences has inspired communities across the Carolinas. Friends and family of Asher celebrated his milestone with special treats and his favorite meal, McDonald’s cheeseburgers, of course. “Dawn (Dandridge) was awesome […]

Statesville, NC · 2d

WSOC Charlotte

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NCDOT gets ahead of the game, starts preparing for winter

The official start of winter is still 46 days away, but the N.C. Department of Transportation in Catawba County is ensuring it is ready for snow and ice.

Catawba County, NC · 2d

Moneywise

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North Carolina HOA fees jumped from $158 to $2,500 a month in 5 years — and the board blames residents who sued

It could have been worse. The original proposal called for a $7,500 per month fee.

Sherrills Ford, NC · 1d

The Laurinburg Exchange

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Scotland Co. special olympics pickleballteam to make history at state fall games

LAURINBURG – The Special Olympics Scotland County Pickleball Team is getting ready to make history as it prepares to compete in the Special Olympics North Carolina Fall Games, Nov. 13–14, in Cornelius, NC. The competition will take place at The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen. This will mark the...

Scotland County, NC · 22h

The Stokes News

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West Stokes holds off Bunker Hill 6-3 in 4A playoffs

KING — Corbin Lawson scored three goals, and No. 8 seed West Stokes built a 5-0 halftime lead before holding off a late Bunker Hill charge for a 6-3 victory over the ninth-seeded Bears in the second round of the NCHSAA 4A State Playoffs on Thursday night at Wildcat Stadium. The Wildcats (17-3-3) advance to face top-seeded Newton Conover (23-2) in the next round. West Stokes scored on its first shot of note, when Lawson headed in a cross-field pass from Kai Hatchett at the 38:07 mark of the first half. Hatchett returned the favor at 35:12, finishing a throw-in from the right corner delivered by Lawson to make it 2-0. Ronald Prieto made it 3-0 at 16:35 after a handball on Bunker Hill. Ben Beardsley lined up the free kick from 35 yards out and set up Prieto for the goal. Lawson added his second goal at 6:22 on an assist from Beardsley and completed his hat trick at 2:30 by putting away a rebound of a Beardsley shot to make it 5-0 at the break. Beardsley finished with three assists in the half. "Just preparation and practice," West Stokes coach Mario Fischer said of the fast start. "We've

King, NC · 22h

Willow and Hearth

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Retirees Buy Their Forever Home With $158 Monthly HOA Dues, Then See The Bill Climb To $2,500 And Get Hit With A $10,000 Special Assessment

Picture finally buying your forever home with your life savings. You imagine quiet streets, grandkids visiting and the peace of retirement. Then one email arrives saying your HOA fees are […]

Sherrills Ford, NC · 1d

focusnewspaper.com

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Farm City Banquet And Holiday Market On Nov. 17

Hickory – The Catawba County Farm City Banquet will be on Tuesday, November 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the new Catawba County Government Center-Hickory Campus. This year’s theme is Celebrating the Women in Agriculture of Catawba County. We will recognize the contributions of local women in agriculture. The...

Catawba County, NC · 2d