For divorcing couples uninterested in a court battle, mediation is often suggested as a strong alternative. Oftentimes it is. Effective mediation can be cheaper than a traditional divorce and result in a peaceful transition that leaves both sides satisfied. It’s...
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Month: December 2019
Co-parenting tips that can save you money
When a marriage or other relationship ends and children are involved, figuring out parental responsibilities becomes one of the central issues. Learning how to raise children together when you don’t live in the same house – also known as co-parenting – can be...
Legal custody and physical custody: Understanding the differences
If you have a child with a former partner and are hoping to get custody, you need to consider a key question: What type of custody? Because the term is often used as a catch-all, referring to many parental rights, many parents don’t really consider the question. But...
North Carolina ranks 7th in DUI fatalities and arrests
The Tar Heel State ranks in the top 10 in the nation in the combined rate of DUI fatalities and drunk-driving arrests. North Carolina saw 421 alcohol-related traffic deaths in 2018, which accounted for 29% of all highway fatalities. A study conducted by public records...