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While the dream of marriage equality for same-sex couples is a reality, there are some areas where a same-sex couple encounters greater difficulties than heterosexual couples. One of these areas is having children. It is often more expensive for same-sex couples to...
When it comes to divorce, decisions regarding child custody are the most difficult to navigate. Even amicable divorces are hard on kids, so you must do all you can to ensure a smooth process. Part of this involves understanding your options when it comes to custody....
You and your spouse have accumulated significant assets together, including your home. When the marriage ends, you likely have concerns about how to divide marital property so that you have a financial fresh start. Review the factors that affect North Carolina marital...
One of the most important duties of a parent or an adult caregiver is to teach a child discipline and encourage good behavior. Unfortunately, some adults are negligent. They do not try to instill discipline in their children at all. They may even encourage their...
If your spouse left you for another woman, several aspects of your life may now suffer, including your dignity and reputation. In business, you can sue for defamation, so why can you not sue another person for wreaking havoc on your personal life? Well, in North...
If you are preparing for a custody battle, you may feel like you are gearing up for war. When marriages end in anger or frustration, it may be difficult to engage amicably in a custody battle. According to the Huffington Post, a child custody battle can be smoother if...
It is understandable that you have concerns about receiving alimony from your ex-spouse. The sudden deprivation of your spouse’s income might have you worrying about maintaining your home and paying your expenses. In North Carolina, you have multiple options to...
Grandparents may struggle to maintain a relationship with their grandchildren if the parents divorce. In other cases, one or both parents may prevent a relationship with the grandparents. North Carolina grandparents in a situation like this may have grounds to seek...
North Carolina is a state that attracts new residents for many reasons, as a place to work, to get an education, or to enjoy a comfortable retirement. You may be looking forward to a new life in this state, but if you have divorced and have an existing custody...
Because children are dependent on adults for so much in their lives and lack the agency to escape an abusive situation, they need special help if their parents become abusive or neglectful towards them. In these circumstances, Child Protective Services will ask a...