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As you prepare to welcome a new child into your family through adoption, it is only natural to have questions about the security of the process. A common concern is the possibility of birth parents taking their child back. If you find yourself in this situation, it is...
Generally, courts decide child custody cases based on what is in your child's best interests. This is why many custody cases end in joint custody. Such a custody arrangement ensures your child grows up with both parents in their lives. Judges consider several factors...
When discussing child custody, you might hear the terms "legal custody" and "physical custody" thrown around. Understanding the difference between the two may help you negotiate your divorce's terms. What is legal custody? Legal custody is the right and responsibility...
There are many ways for individuals to violate drug statutes. Simply possessing or consuming certain substances can lead to criminal charges. State law makes certain drugs completely illegal regardless of the situation. Other times, people may face criminal charges...
Gray divorce, the phenomenon of couples ending their marriage after 50, is becoming increasingly common. If you are considering this step, one of the most challenging aspects can be telling your family about it. Below are tips for approaching this delicate...
During the divorce, you and your former spouse might need to discuss matters involving your child, including custody arrangements and visitation details. In theory, these conversations are straightforward, but conflicts and contradicting opinions can get in the way,...
Last year, the North Carolina General Assembly passed a measure creating a new crime specifically outlawing domestic violence. Before the General Assembly enacted this new law, North Carolina police and prosecutors would use assault or other criminal offenses to...
In North Carolina, the laws are different for juveniles than they are for adults. If a juvenile is arrested, they are unlikely to face the same penalties for a conviction that an adult would for the same crimes. However, there has long been debate about how to address...
If you married without a prenuptial agreement, you may assume you no longer have the protections a pre-nuptial agreement could provide if you divorce. However, a post-nuptial agreement may be an option. What is a post-nuptial agreement? A post-nuptial agreement is an...
Divorce is a very challenging life transition. People intentionally ending their marriages face of variety of financial and personal challenges. They have a lot of intense emotions to process. They also have to make drastic changes to their living arrangements and...
