Most marriages don’t end because of one dramatic moment. They end because one person gradually stops engaging in the relationship, and as it turns out, some spouses carry that same habit straight into the courtroom. Continue reading →
A North Carolina Court of Appeals decision in the Face v. Face (2024) case addressed many key points in separation court proceedings, including equitable distribution and alimony, as well as procedural issues such as subject-matter jurisdiction and correction of clerical errors in domestic law. Continue reading →
Nobody gets married thinking they will one day be sitting in a courtroom, arguing over who is better fit to take care of the kids. However, in cases where relationships fail, family courts focus primarily on determining which parent can truly give their children a secure and stable home. Continue reading →
In Harney v. Harney, the North Carolina Court of Appeals addressed a specific child custody dispute involving the child’s mother and grandfather. Continue reading →
Co-parents who weaponize their children don’t always get away with it, and Hasz v. Brittain is proof of that. Continue reading →
The 2024 Sunshine v. Sunshine decision of the North Carolina Court of Appeals clarified how courts should handle income imputation in divorce cases. Continue reading →
Healthcare givers know how demanding that career can be. From unpredictable schedules to long hours, life can be very overwhelming. Add to it the role of being a single parent and fitting everything in can feel impossible. Continue reading →
Black voices were legally silenced in courtrooms for a large portion of American history. A brave few, however, refused to remain silent. Continue reading →
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and with it you simply can’t escape the messages of love that are everywhere. While many find this holiday to be fun and exciting, for those who are newly single, it can be hurtful and upsetting. Continue reading →
Judge Elreta Melton Alexander became one of the most influential people in a state where Black women seldom held courtroom firsts. She didn’t wait for the legal community to accommodate her; instead, she entered it and changed the courtroom by refusing to be shut out. Continue reading →
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