Blog

The rate at which people file for divorce in North Carolina and across the United States tends to dip during the last months of the year – likely due to the holidays – and then skyrocket toward the first of the year, peaking in March. One holiday that is caught in…

There were 108 domestic violence-related homicides reported in the state in a single recent year, according to the North Carolina Department of Justice. While, thankfully, not all instances of domestic violence end in homicide, hundreds of women and men are victims of violent and sexual abuse within their own homes….

For all adults, getting a divorce can be a stressful and emotional experience. But when the divorcing couple has a child or children, things can become even more difficult for everyone involved. While there are sure to be certain issues during a divorce that you and your spouse do not…

When you’re dealing with a troubled relationship, when is it time to say “enough is enough” – and what do you do when you’re ready to throw in the towel? We all want reason and respect to be included when we try to solve conflicts with our significant others. In…

A certain amount of upheaval is inevitable when parents remarry. Children must adjust to new households and new family members — perhaps even new siblings. The process of transitioning into a blended family requires a great deal of patience, but it needn’t be traumatic. Read on to find out how…

When a couple makes the decision to dissolve their marriage, it will not necessarily be done on the most amicable of terms. Many divorce settlements are difficult to resolve or are hotly contested, exacerbating what may be an already volatile situation. When children are involved, emotions can run high and all…

Contemplating divorce may bring to mind images of a prolonged courtroom battle and a bitter separation imposed by an uncaring judge. The good news is that your divorce does not have to play out this way – and, in fact, most divorces never have to go to trial. Mediation is often a viable option when…

Domestic violence and abuse can devastate you emotionally and financially. Resources to help you and your children can be difficult to find, or you may fear retribution from your partner if you attempt to leave. Although the process isn’t always easy, working with a compassionate domestic violence lawyer can help you obtain…

When you’re going through a divorce, it may feel as if the process will never end. Once it does, you have a new life to build – but where to start? Here are several “big concerns” many newly divorced people have and some tips on how to tackle them. Creating new…

When younger children are exposed to domestic violence and abuse in the home, it generally leads to increased activity in certain areas of the brain, which can pose long-term neurological risks, according to a study by the University College London. In fact, the study reveals that the brain activity of…