Terms of Service - North Carolina

1. Service Description - North Carolina Compliance

FlowLegalPartners operates as a legal referral marketplace connecting North Carolina consumers with licensed North Carolina attorneys. Our service complies with North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct regarding attorney advertising and referral services.

2. North Carolina Consumer Privacy Act (NCCPA) Rights

Under the North Carolina Consumer Privacy Act (effective January 1, 2026), North Carolina residents have enhanced privacy rights. These rights include:

3. North Carolina Attorney Referral Service Regulations

Under North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct, specifically rules regarding attorney referral services:

Required Disclosures:

• Attorneys in our network pay referral fees to participate
• These fees do not influence our matching algorithms or recommendations
• You may contact attorneys directly without using our referral service
• We do not guarantee any specific outcomes or attorney performance
• All attorneys are independently licensed and insured professionals

Your Rights as a North Carolina Consumer:

• Right to know the referral fee structure
• Right to contact the North Carolina State Bar for attorney verification
• Right to file complaints about attorney conduct with the North Carolina State Bar
• Right to seek second opinions from other attorneys

4. North Carolina Consumer Protection Laws

North Carolina Unfair and Deceptive Practices Act:

Our services comply with North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 75. We commit to:

• Providing truthful and accurate information about our services
• Not engaging in unfair or deceptive trade practices
• Honoring all representations made about our referral process
• Maintaining transparent fee structures and billing practices

Additional North Carolina Protections:

• Truth in Advertising: All marketing must be truthful and not misleading
• Clear Disclosure: All terms must be clearly explained before service
• No Hidden Fees: All costs must be disclosed upfront
• Right to Cancel: North Carolina law may provide cancellation rights

5. Communication Consent - North Carolina TCPA Compliance

North Carolina has protections regarding automated communications. By providing your contact information:

Your Consent Includes:

• Express written consent for calls, texts, and emails from attorneys and FlowLegalPartners
• Understanding that calls may include automated/prerecorded messages
• Agreement that consent is not required to purchase any goods or services
• Knowledge that message and data rates may apply

6. Dispute Resolution - North Carolina Law

Governing Law:

These terms are governed by North Carolina state law and applicable federal law. North Carolina courts have jurisdiction over disputes involving North Carolina residents.

Available Remedies:

• Direct Resolution: Contact us first to resolve issues informally
• North Carolina Attorney General: File complaints about consumer protection violations
• North Carolina Courts: Access to North Carolina court system for legal disputes
• State Bar Association: Report attorney conduct issues

7. Limitation of Liability - North Carolina Consumer Protection

While we limit liability to the extent permitted by law, North Carolina consumer protection laws may provide additional remedies that cannot be waived:

North Carolina Consumer Protection Rights:

• Right to damages for violations of North Carolina consumer protection laws
• Right to attorney fees in certain consumer protection cases
• Right to statutory damages where applicable
• Protection against unfair and deceptive trade practices

8. North Carolina-Specific Legal Considerations

Geographic and Jurisdictional Factors:

• North Carolina's diverse geography from mountains to coast may affect case venue
• Federal jurisdiction issues may arise in federal court districts
• Tribal jurisdiction considerations with Eastern Band of Cherokee
• Interstate jurisdiction for cases involving multiple states

North Carolina Industry-Specific Considerations:

• Agriculture and farming law expertise
• Tobacco industry regulations and litigation
• Military and veteran legal services (Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune)
• Research Triangle and technology law

9. Contact Information - North Carolina Operations