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The state of North Carolina provides avenues for unmarried fathers to protect their legal rights and ensure a relationship with their child. Understanding the steps that you should take to protect your rights is the first step and the sooner you take action, the...
Many who divorce find love again. But before tying the knot with a new partner, divorced parents may wonder how the new marriage might affect child custody arrangements. Generally, the court will not modify a child custody order unless it would significantly affect...
Your choice to stay in an unhappy marriage has always been rooted in your child’s well-being. But now that you have raised your child well into a self-sufficient adult, you finally have the time, mobility and wisdom to face what you’ve always known to be the...
Rebuilding life after a divorce is challenging, especially when the breakup results from external interference. Legal recourse may be sought when a third party's actions cause one spouse to lose their partner’s affection. There is a claim known as alienation of...
Many divorces result from marital misconduct, such as cheating, abuse, or abandonment. But not every marriage ends this way. In many states, like North Carolina, couples can choose to file for a no-fault divorce, where neither spouse has to prove that the other person...
It can be frustrating when your ex refuses to pay the child support you agreed on. After all, your child will still need food, education, and medical care, regardless of whether your ex pays or not. Fortunately, there are legal steps you may take to persuade your ex...
The divorce process can be confusing because it may vary from state to state. Initially, you might feel overwhelmed, but understanding how it works could help you navigate the process. In North Carolina, you need to meet certain conditions to be eligible. Firstly, you...
Your lawyer represents you in family court, and their guidance can help protect your rights and interests throughout your divorce. A lawyer, however, is more than just your advocate during hearings. They can also be a valuable source of knowledge and support,...
Going through divorce proceedings is not a walk in the park for any separating couple. It involves vital factors in their family's lives — such as child support, alimony and property division — that could start conflicts between parties. Divorce and separation are...