North Carolina residents may have heard those in legal circles refer to the month of January as "divorce month." This is because divorce filings are higher during the month of January, especially during the first part of the month. Even search engines see more...
Maybe you had a health scare this past year and spent some time in the hospital, unable to communicate your wishes. This may have been a frightening time as you wondered whether those closest to you really understood the kind of measures you expected doctors to take...
Women in North Carolina face unique challenges after divorce. Financial issues like being able to provide for their children and planning for their future schooling can hit women hard. Studies show that women, on average, earn 81% of what men earn. After divorce, they...
For divorced parents in North Carolina, communication, consistency and understanding their children's needs at different ages can be keys to success. It is helpful for children if they can see that their parents are working toward their best interests. Parents may...
Even in a time when the definition of "parent" continues to change, many people still automatically assume that the mother will serve as the primary custodian of the children in a divorce. However, fathers have just as much of a right to pursue custody of their...
Successful co-parenting involves putting the children first. Unfortunately, some North Carolina parents are dealing with a difficult ex-spouse. While co-parenting with a toxic ex-spouse can be frustrating, there are steps individuals can take to make the best of the...
Moving away from their children can be hard for divorced parents in North Carolina who may worry about how it will affect their relationship. Although they may not see their children in person as often as they would like, long-distance parents can still maintain a...
People in North Carolina who are considering starting their own businesses may also want to consider a prenuptial agreement. This can keep the company separate from the couple's joint property in case of a divorce. According to some attorneys, there is a rise among...
Dividing assets is a huge part of the process that North Carolina couples go through when getting a divorce, especially if it is a high-asset divorce. It is important to understand the value of an asset before it can be divided fairly. One of the most difficult assets...
After a divorce, former spouses in North Carolina might have trouble raising their children together. While coparenting can be complicated, there are ways exes can work together and ease the tensions. It's wise to establish a positive coparenting relationship for the...