When couples in North Carolina face separation, one of the most pressing concerns is how their property will be divided. This concern is pronounced when a divorcing couple doesn’t have significant assets—no house, limited savings, maybe a car or some household items. ...
Most motor vehicle collisions involve two passenger vehicles. However, sometimes crashes end up involving numerous vehicles. There may be an initial incident involving two or three vehicles, and then multiple other drivers may end up involved as well. Multi-car...
Maybe you and your spouse are planning to negotiate a child support agreement on your own, with the help of your legal representatives. If you can’t agree on a fair amount, a judge will make the decisions about child support. Either way, it’s important to know what...
When driving behind a commercial truck, keeping a safe following distance is essential for accident prevention. Passenger vehicle drivers need to be mindful of specific sections of the road where it’s especially important to increase the following distance behind a...
Motorcycles offer a unique sense of freedom on the road, making them an appealing choice for many. However, that sense of liberation comes with significant risks. Motorcyclists face much greater dangers in the event of motor vehicle accidents, as compared to those in...
Child support orders help to ensure that both of a child’s parents share the financial responsibilities of raising that child even though the adults aren’t in a relationship any longer. It helps the parent who receives the support to pay for things like the child’s...
Custody challenges are often the most pressing aspect of a divorce or breakup. Parents who have decided to change a relationship worry that their decision could affect the bond they have with their children. A surprising number of people actually choose to remain in...
Alimony, which is financial support paid by one ex-spouse to the other after divorce, is a significant consideration during many divorces filed in North Carolina. This support traditionally aims to mitigate the economic effects of divorce by providing a continuing...
Thousands of married couples divorce in North Carolina every year. Almost all of them need to address property division matters. Only those who divorce very quickly after marriage or who have airtight prenuptial agreements can divorce without any property-related...
The holidays are largely about connecting with loved ones. People may drive to their parents' homes to get together with their siblings, nieces and nephews or may even do a tour of homes, visiting each relative in succession to exchange gifts or socialize. Many people...
