Getting into a car accident is always a stressful experience. Immediately following a crash, you probably know to call the police, exchange insurance information with the other party and take relevant photos of the accident scene. Later on, when it’s time to sort out...
Month: January 2018
Prenups on the rise among millennials
The millennial generation—the subset of the population born between 1981 and 1997—is approaching marriage differently than in previous generations. It’s preparing for the possibility of divorce. Recent years have seen a spike in prenuptial agreements among...
Can a postnuptial agreement be good for your marriage?
You’ve probably heard of a prenuptial agreement—a contract a couple makes prior to wedding that defines the way in which property will be distributed in the event of a divorce. Many people have preconceived notions about such an agreement, believing it indicates a...
Don’t delete that post – everything is evidence
With the rise in the popularity of social media come the inevitable issues that stem from its common use as a form of communication. Divorce is not exempt from the influence of Facebook, Twitter or Instagram whether used to vent about a relationship or document...
What happens if I’m partially at fault in a car accident?
Most states in the country follow comparative negligence laws, meaning that a court will determine the amount of fault each party has in an accident and determine compensation accordingly. If, for example, you suffer whiplash after being rear-ended, and the court...
Tips for creating a property settlement
In a previous post, we talked about the requirements of receiving equitable distribution in your divorce. One factor that can help you avoid equitable distribution in North Carolina is if you and your spouse have a valid property agreement in place. A property...
When equitable distribution may not be equal distribution
In our last post, we talked about the North Carolina law that allows for equitable distribution of property in divorces. What exactly does an equitable (fair) division or property mean, and how does it differ from equal division? How does a judge determine what is...