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Crafting a parenting plan can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to juggle the needs and schedules of everyone involved. Without a detailed parenting plan, you and the other parent may have a challenging road ahead. Whether you're just starting the...
Having a criminal record can be a significant burden and a barrier to employment, housing and even personal relationships. In North Carolina, the good news is that certain offenses can be expunged, allowing people to move forward with their lives normally and without...
Sobriety checkpoints are a common tool used by law enforcement to combat impaired driving. Here is a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about these checkpoints. What are sobriety checkpoints? Sobriety checkpoints, also known as DUI checkpoints, are...
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...
