Were you pulled over for a speeding ticket? It’s never fun, but according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 1 in 10 drivers in the U.S. are caught speeding each year. Speeding tickets can come with heavy fines, points on your license, and...
Why You Shouldn’t Wait to File for Disability
Are you worried you’ve waited too long to file for disability? If you have a condition or injury that’s left you unable to work for a year or more, it’s important to file for social security disability as soon as possible. One of the biggest mistakes people make when...
Exciting News At Surratt & Thompson!
Surratt and Thompson is getting a change of scenery! As announced on BizJournal earlier this summer, Surratt & Thompson has purchased and will now reside at The Historic Col. William Allen Blair House located at 210 S Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, 27101. Colonel...
Exciting News At Surratt & Thompson!
Surratt and Thompson is getting a change of scenery! As announced on BizJournal earlier this summer, Surratt & Thompson has purchased and will now reside at The Historic Col. William Allen Blair House located at 210 S Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, 27101. Colonel...
Estate Planning: Having “The Talk” With Your Parents
It’s the talk no one wants to face, but everyone needs to have: your parents are getting older, and it’s time to discuss the many “what ifs” surrounding their health, their final wishes, and their estate planning. We don’t like to think about our parents aging and the...
Why You Need a Go-to Law Office for your Winston Salem Business
You may think that your Winston Salem business doesn’t need to hire a lawyer unless you get into some legal trouble. However, you will save time and money by having a go-to law office from the get-go as you grow your business. As much as you hope to never need them...
How To Remain Civil When Dealing with an Estate Within Your Family
Losing someone is never easy and can be made increasingly difficult when dealing with the estate of that person. You open that will and realize the task before you. Uncle Billy is to receive X dollars, you and your siblings are to split the home evenly, debts are to...
Should I Start my Small Business Online or in a Storefront?
Should you dive into the world of running an online business, or would a more traditional brick and mortar storefront be the better choice for your small business? Below are some of the pros and cons of both options. Starting a Small Business: Brick & Mortar vs....
The Best Bakeries in Winston-Salem
If you love baked goods and are looking for the best bakeries in Winston-Salem to get them, search no longer! Winston-Salem is home to a number of bakeries, many of which are native to the city and a part of its fascinating history. From cakes to pastries to bagels,...
The Best Ways to Celebrate July 4th in Winston-Salem
July 4th is fast approaching and everyone will be out celebrating the 241st anniversary of our nation’s independence. It’s one of the few days of the year that all Americans, from each side of the aisle and every walk of life, happily come together to share hotdogs...