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Police searches may feel intrusive, but they often operate within legal frameworks. Understanding your rights while behind the wheel is essential. Let us examine the circumstances under which police may search your car without a warrant and the steps you can take to...
Certain physical and cognitive abilities can decline as you age, which may impact your driving. Vision changes, slower reaction times and decreased cognitive function are common. Medications taken for age-related conditions can also impair driving. These changes can...
In North Carolina, the laws regarding alimony and equitable distribution, which is the division of assets and debts acquired during a marriage when a couple divorces, can be complex. When married couples divorce, the courts consider what is fair and equitable, but not...
Sometimes, parents experience challenging obstacles that make them unfit to care for their children. Under these circumstances, grandparents might try to gain custody of their grandchildren. North Carolina’s law establishes that a third party, including grandparents,...
In today’s ever-changing world, many couples are finding themselves facing new and unexpected challenges. Among these is the significant impact of economic instability on marriages. As we work our way through 2024, it's important to understand how these financial...
The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped our lives in numerous ways, presenting new challenges and forcing us to adapt to a range of unprecedented circumstances. For divorced or divorcing parents in North Carolina, these changes can complicate co-parenting arrangements that...
Deciding whether to get a divorce is a complex and emotional process. It is one that takes time and benefits from information. When it comes to financial matters like alimony (“spousal support”), you need to know what to expect. If you're considering divorce in North...
A classic study highlighted recently by Psychology Today provides bedrock insights into some of the main reasons people divorce. Although the study is more than 20 years old, it continues to be influential and is still relevant today. In 1997, researchers collected...
Since 2020, remote work has transformed from a necessity to a preferred arrangement for many parents. At Scott Law Group, we've witnessed firsthand how this shift is reshaping family law and custody arrangements in North Carolina. Opportunities and Challenges Remote...
As Independence Day approaches, many North Carolinians are looking forward to celebrating with fireworks, barbecues, and outdoor activities. While the Fourth of July is a time to have fun and celebrate, it is critical to prioritize safety and understand local laws....
