Local news story reminds us of Contract Law remedies (breach of promise to marry)
In addition to dealing with prenuptial agreements -- some designed to help preserve a marriage -- attorneys may now be helping couples deal with the legal issues associated with planning their wedding.
Civil No Contact Orders can help protect victims
Defendant has harassed plaintiffs within the meaning of N.C. Gen.Stat. § 50C-1(6) and (7) by knowingly publishing electronic or computerized transmissions directed at plaintiffs that torments, terrorizes, or terrifies plaintiffs and serves no legitimate purpose.
Choosing a surname for your baby
A person’s name represents their identity. The act of choosing a name for your baby is a very personal decision. Who has... Read More
Changing the name of your baby
The only way a child’s name can be changed in North Carolina is if both parents agree
Now or Later: Dividing military pensions upon divorce
Spouses receive the marital portion of private and military pensions either during equitable distribution or at retirement.
New NC Child Support Guidelines
New child support guidelines are required to go into effect on 1 October 2010 but will likely be delayed until 1 January... Read More
NC Court of Appeals clarifies “Gross Income” for child support calculations
Amy Johnson Caskey was employed as a police officer for the Town of Matthews. Her husband Perry was a police officer for... Read More
Unequal rights for children born out of wedlock
Record numbers of children are being born out of wedlock but few parents stop to understand the legal implications. About forty percent... Read More
Custody & Drugs: Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton raise awareness of the drug problem in America
Lindsay Lohan’s failed drug test and Paris Hilton’s arrest and guilty plea for cocaine possession top the news and highlight the problems... Read More
Hitting the Road: Is a relocation in the best interests of your child?
Parents relocate for a variety of reasons including new jobs, job transfers, and for the support of extended family or to care... Read More
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