Marriages require sacrifices. Usually, one spouse gives up their employment opportunities to take care of the household, while the other gives up time they could spend with their children to receive an income. The spouse who stayed at home has no way of supporting...
Every divorce can be painful and contentious. However, when a divorce involves domestic violence allegations, it is especially crucial to tread carefully and minimize combative interactions, if possible. With this in mind, people affected by domestic violence...
A divorce settlement involves both spouses negotiating on several financial matters. Things could go wrong in a North Carolina family courtroom if one or both parties did not perform a full accounting of all assets. Mistakes made from poor bookkeeping or rushing to...
Divorce proceedings may bring about questions that a spouse did not previously consider. One concern revolves around living arrangements. A divorcing spouse might not have a second North Carolina residence available and could ask about staying in the family home. When...
Every branch of the U.S. military has rules pertaining to military separation and divorce, especially concerning child and spousal support. The military's regulations require that members offer sufficient support to dependents. However, without a court order, the...
After getting a divorce in North Carolina, you have a chance to start over with a new romantic relationship. When this happens, you might decide to get remarried. It's understandable to wonder if this life change will alter the child support payments you're currently...
The aftermath of divorce brings all sorts of concerns for the under-earning spouse. If you do not have a career during your marriage, or if you earn significantly less than your spouse, you may worry how you will be able to support yourself and your children after the...
North Carolina has a strong military presence, and military divorces are unfortunately common. For the military spouse, there are often questions regarding benefits and which ones can be retained after the divorce. This is important because it includes health care...
Co-parenting after a divorce is not for the faint of heart. North Carolina courts seek to ensure that their rulings reflect the best interest of the child. However, in some child custody cases, doing so means setting up supervised visitation. Locations vary It is up...
Child support payments could cover many expenses necessary for caring for a young one. Medical fees, schooling and other costs may rely on child support payments, and many parents make these payments willingly. However, a parent's circumstances might change, and those...
