Divorce

When a couple separates, it is common for one or both parties to move on as if they were no longer married. You may even find yourself quickly engaged in a long-term relationship. However, if alimony has been awarded to…

Domestic violence is not something any individual plans to face. It can be extremely frightening and victims of domestic violence often feel trapped in an unsafe situation. There are legal steps; however, that victims of domestic violence can take to…

Like a divorce, an annulment legally terminates a marriage. Unlike a divorce; however, an annulment declares that the marriage never existed. There is a common misperception that annulments are simpler and quicker than divorces. Unfortunately, this is not the case.…

Marital misconduct is defined under North Carolina General Statute as any of the following acts that occur during a marriage and prior to the date of separation: Illicit sexual behavior between one spouse and someone other than the other spouse;…

Annulments in North Carolina are only available for defective marriages that are legally void or voidable. Examples of void marriages are bigamous marriages. Voidable marriages are valid until they are challenged in a proper court proceeding. Some examples of voidable…

During separation and divorce emotion is often at an all-time high.  People do and say things that can have a lasting impact. Facebook and other social media platforms are often a place where people have become accustomed to display their…

For a domestic violence victim, the most dangerous place to be maybe their own home. While lockdowns and quarantines have been essential tools in slowing the spread of the Coronavirus, early statistics are showing an increase in domestic violence incidents.…

Spousal spying can take many forms. It may involve glancing over your spouse’s shoulder while they are sending a text message or putting hidden cameras in your home. Whether you are spying or being spied on, there are several things…