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If you are convicted of a drug crime, even a low-level, nonviolent offense such as possession, you could face fines and imprisonment, along with other judicial consequences like court fees and court-ordered drug treatment. Those are only the short-term, immediate consequences of a drug conviction.…
In a divorce, there are many important decisions to be made. Decisions about property division, alimony, child support, child custody, and parenting time cannot be made without true information. When a divorcing spouse suspects that there may have been misrepresentations or even fabrications, a private…
Considering that there is much less traffic, you might assume that rural areas are safer than urban communities when it comes to traffic crashes. While there are small differences in the way people drive in these areas, the rate of fatal accidents is actually higher…
Under the right circumstances, third parties such as grandparents can seek custody of children in North Carolina. In order for that to happen, you must show either that the child’s parents are unfit or that they have failed to act in accordance with their constitutional…
If you are over 16 and living in North Carolina, there are a number of situations when you can legally change your name. The most straightforward is when you are getting a divorce and plan to return to the name you had before the marriage.…
One of the central, binding promises of marriage is fidelity. Infidelity creates costs to both the marriage and to society, as infidelity deprives a married person of their spouse’s affection and trust, and it deprives society of a healthy marriage between two people. When your…
Here in North Carolina, there are plenty of opportunities for adoption. One of the most common situations where people choose to adopt is when it would benefit their step-child. Under the right circumstances, step-parent adoption can be a loving and meaningful thing to do. When…
If you have a pending divorce or child custody case, you may be able to get a temporary emergency order for sole custody of your children if the circumstances warrant. This is normally possible if you can show that your children are at substantial risk…
You don’t want to miss out on your child’s birthday. It’s a very special time that marks the march of the years. Every birthday is a milestone. Plus, you want to see if they love their gifts as much as you hope. After a divorce,…
Being injured in a car accident isn’t something we plan on experiencing when we get behind the wheel. However, studies reveal that there are six million accidents per year with nearly half resulting in injury. There are approximately 300,000 accidents in North Carolina every year…
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