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3 reasons why it might help to treat a co-parent like a co-worker

Think about someone with whom you have to work but don’t necessarily like. You might make small talk occasionally, but ultimately, you’d rather not hear too much about his or…

Disputes over ‘best interests of the child’ can wind up in court

Divorcing or divorced parents are likely quite familiar with the phrase “best interests of the child.” This is the standard that courts, mediators and parents are supposed to use when…

3 things men should not believe during a divorce

Divorce is an upsetting event for any person going through it. However, men are also often battling against outdated beliefs and slowly changing laws, which can further complicate matters. Men…

3 scary scenarios for parents sharing custody this Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner and your kids may be counting down the days until they can dress up and celebrate. As a parent, though, you may think differently…

Divorce: Is it in our genes?

People who grow up with divorced parents often say that they want to avoid raising their own kids in a similar situation. Unfortunately, this could be harder than you think…

What Does Employment At Will Mean To A Business Owner

Every company should have an employee handbook. These handbooks lay out the expectations of both the employee and the employer. Many states, employers and employees view the handbook as a…

Business owners: Be sure your non-compete agreements are valid

One of the many tools that business owners may use to protect themselves from legal disputes is a non-compete agreement. These agreements allow an employer to restrict employees from leaving…

3 reasons not to rush into a settlement after a car crash

The aftermath of a serious car accident can be very frightening and chaotic. Police are asking questions; your car may be totaled; you may have to stay in the hospital…

What will happen to my 401(k) in my divorce?

Dividing marital assets is unavoidable in any North Carolina divorce. That being said, you can and should take steps to protect the assets you value most, which could include your…

Is a spouse property?

Last week the North Carolina Court of Appeals upheld the constitutionality of laws that a local man used when he sued a Winston-Salem doctor. The man, Marc Malecek, sued Dr.…

Tips for valuing personal property during your divorce

The idea of having to divide your assets and property can seem daunting and overwhelming. This can be especially true with regard to valuing your assets and property, which can…

The benefits and drawbacks of sharing custody in a digital age

Technology and modes of communication are changing rapidly every day. No one knows this better than your kids do. Depending on their age, your kids may already be regular users…

I cheated: How will this affect my divorce?

Having an affair or cheating on a spouse can spell the demise of a marriage, no matter how hard one or both parties work to repair the damage. Unfortunately, it…

What’s that signed guitar actually worth?

Once you’ve made the decision to divorce there are more decisions to be made. One of these decisions is property, or “Who gets what.” Many people mistakenly believe that their…

Keep detailed records when alimony is agreed

A couple of months ago, we wrote a post about alimony and how this critical form of financial support is determined. Today, we want to continue that conversation by talking…