Louisburg Law Blog
When is the use of force justified?
Like most people in North Carolina, you certainly hope to never find yourself in a situation where a physical altercation may arise. At the same time, however, you recognize that there are circumstances in which you may feel compelled (out of a sense of...
Will North Carolina adopt meaningful marijuana law reforms?
Two decades ago, it would have been nearly unthinkable for any state to successfully legalize a long-criminalized drug like marijuana. But in the intervening 20 years, we’ve all witnessed a major shift in public opinion and laws regarding the acceptability of the...
What counts as marital property in North Carolina?
You and your spouse might have accumulated significant assets during your marriage. If you two are now divorcing, you will likely bristle at the prospect of parting with these. Yet, you may not understand what exactly what assets you must divide. By understanding how...
What are some North Carolina speeding consequences?
As a North Carolina motorist, you are subject to a variety of rules and regulations as you travel the state’s roadways, but did you know there are strict laws regarding speeding in the area? The Official North Carolina DMV Website notes that a variety of suspension...
Do you know these tips for making joint child custody work?
After your divorce, you and your spouse had to decide how to raise your shared child together in North Carolina. You have a rough draft of a parenting plan, but does it cover all the bases? Parents.com offers tips for making joint custody work. Educate yourself on how...
How to divide a 401K account when getting divorced
During the property division negotiations in a divorce, one spouse may agree to share a portion of his or her 401K account with the other spouse. If the account owner simply withdraws the amount agreed upon and gives that to the other party, early withdrawal fees and...
Understanding debt division in a divorce
In the process of determining which spouse will receive which assets when a marriage ends, divorcing spouses must also determine who will assume responsibility for which shared debts. In addition to outlining debt responsibility in a divorce agreement, spouses may...
3 things you should never do at a DWI stop
You should always set up a sober ride if you plan to sip alcoholic beverages outside of your home. But in case you find yourself in a situation where you might not have waited long enough between drinking and driving, it’s important to think carefully about what you...
How to handle special days when dividing custody in a divorce
Shared custody or co-parenting arrangements have become the gold standard for modern divorces. With a few, relatively rare exceptions, the courts prefer to see both parents working together for the benefit of the children. Finding ways to split up parenting time is...
Speeding tickets do not come cheap
If you drive a car, you have likely crept over the speed limit at some point. Few of us drive with our eyes on the needle. It can be easy to go faster than you realize when your foot settles into a comfortable position on the pedal. A speeding ticket may not seem like...
