Many people have at least a passing familiarity with their Miranda rights due to its commonality in popular media. But just how much do you actually know about these rights? Do you know why you should rely on them? What are your rights? Miranda Warning discusses a...
Child support orders are open for modification. In North Carolina, you must meet certain requirements to receive approval, including having an acceptable reason for your request. Court standards The court's standard for any decision regarding children is the child's...
Shared custody has gained much acclaim over the years due to studies that have expressed the benefits it could have for children. However, it is not a perfect fit for every family. In fact, in some families, shared custody might do more harm than good. Who should...
Getting charged with a DUI is often a traumatic life event, but some people can actually underestimate the impact it could have. This is especially true for people who have never experienced a DUI charge before. It is important for anyone facing a DUI to understand...
Wanting your children with you full-time is not enough for the North Carolina courts to grant you full custody. You will need a valid reason for petitioning officials to give you primary care of your children. Knowing under what circumstances you have a reasonable...
When a divorce becomes necessary, you must confront the reality that you might lose important things in the split. Your future, your finances, and even your retirement plans might undergo drastic changes in the wake of your divorce. Asset division is a major part of...
It is natural to feel scared after a police officer writes you a ticket during a traffic stop. Dealing with the law could be a new experience for you, so you want to get your case over with as soon as possible. However, trying to talk to court officials about your...
Every couple experiences at least some marital problems. Some couples are able to resolve their problems and restore their relationships. For other couples, the problems put pressure on the relationship that eventually tears apart the marriage. Newsweek describes...
Getting a DUI conviction on record can potentially have a bigger impact than you might expect. This holds especially true if you attend college or have plans of doing so. But how exactly do DUI convictions impact college careers? Financial penalties The College...
As parents of divorce, it is important to put time and thought into deciding how to work a custody situation. Each option has its own benefits and drawbacks. However, shared custody tends to have a higher amount of benefits compared to drawbacks. So is this the option...