In the emotionally charged process of writing a will, it is important to maintain a clear head. This legal document outlines the distribution of your assets, making it a target for those with ulterior motives. Whether it is family dynamics or external influences,...
As parents grow older, their health often declines, sometimes suddenly. This may leave adult children facing difficult medical decisions without knowing what their parents would want for their care. Planning ahead with certain legal documents helps ensure your parents...
Whether a courtship lasts months or years, the moment that a soon-to-be spouse proposes marriage to their partner changes the dynamic of the relationship. The focus shifts to the upcoming nuptials and how life will be for soon-to-be spouses. One of the more sticky...
WBTW reported in 2019, North Carolina had 64,832 marriages and 32,862 divorces. What these figures do not account for are legal separations, which often lead to the end of a marriage. One type of separation is Divorce from Bed and Board. The name is misleading because...
According to a researcher from the University of Utah, 20% to 25% of men and 10% to 15% of women cheat on their spouses. When an affair leads to divorce, a spouse can sue the person the other spouse cheated with for alienation of affection. Once common throughout the...
Probate proceedings can be daunting even at the best of times. This is especially the case when it comes to defending the will against an interested party's challenge. Whether you are an executor, beneficiary or other concerned party, the time may come when you need...
Child support helps ensure a child's well-being when their parents separate or divorce. North Carolina uses a structured process to calculate child support. Both parents should understand how child support works to share this important financial responsibility. Income...
Probate is the legal process through which people settle a deceased person's estate. In recent times, there has been a noticeable increase in the duration of probate proceedings. This extended timeline comes from multiple factors. Complex structures One of the primary...
When it comes to estate planning, executors play an important role by passing out assets and fulfilling the last wishes after an individual dies. However, several misconceptions surround this position, leading to confusion and potential complications. Debunking some...
Nowadays, when you go through an emotionally taxing, disruptive time, you may go straight to social media. For most adults, social media is an integral part of their routine. Unfortunately, social media can also potentially inflict harm on the divorce proceedings. You...