Commercial Litigation Laws in North Carolina.

Governs sales of goods including warranties, remedies, statute of frauds ($500+), and breach. 4-year statute of limitations for UCC sales claims.

Specialized Business Court with dedicated judges hears complex commercial cases including corporate governance, securities, antitrust, and intellectual property. Cases must be specifically designated as "complex business cases" or "mandatory complex business cases." Rotating judges sit in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Fayetteville.

Prohibits unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices affecting commerce. Private cause of action with automatic treble damages for willful violations and attorney fees. Among the most plaintiff-friendly state consumer-protection statutes.

Tortious interference with contract or business expectancy requires intentional interference without justification. Contributory-negligence rule does not apply to intentional torts.

Prejudgment interest on liquidated claims at the legal rate (8% per annum) or contract rate.