Property division matters often lead to conflict in North Carolina divorces. Although more couples now draft prenuptial agreements before tying the knot, the average married couple won't have any contract in place to simplify a divorce. Instead, the couple will either...
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Year: 2022
Is divorce soon to become more likely?
People often talk about how common divorce is in the United States. They may say that 50% of marriages end in divorce. This is certainly a disputed statistic and the rates are different from year to year, but it’s an easy way to think about how often divorce happens....
How can negligent security contribute to injuries?
One way that people sometimes become injured on a property that they do not own is when there is negligent or inadequate security. This does not mean that the security officers injured them or that the system in place is what caused their injury. Instead, it means...
Some parents flying alone with their children get added scrutiny
A lot of newly separated and divorced parents will be flying alone with their kids for the first time over the holidays. If your child is still young, there’s a lot to manage on your own. The last thing you need is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agent...
Rebuilding your confidence after a car crash
You were recently involved in a car accident and it’s taken its toll both physically and mentally. You weren’t to blame, it was the negligence of another driver that caused the wreck. Your physical injuries are starting to heal but your confidence has really been...
How does autumn make animals a bigger threat to drivers?
Animal encounters can brighten up even the dreariest drive – provided the animals are at the side of the road, not in it. While the fall is a great time to see roadside wildlife, some beasts will inevitably cross the roads as they travel to mate or find food before...
Dealing with your wedding ring as you divorce
Your wedding ring probably isn’t one of your most valuable assets – even from a strictly monetary standpoint. However, if it’s worth a fair amount of money and you’re not interested in keeping it for sentimental reasons or handing it down to a child. What should you...
Can your ex kick you out and keep the home in a divorce?
Some people carefully plan their divorce and discuss every step of the process with their spouse. Other people blindside their spouses, filing divorce paperwork seemingly out of the blue and following through immediately with major changes to the financial and living...
Don’t eat these foods behind the wheel
Distracted driving causes car accidents every day. A lot of them are caused by cellphone use, but not all of them. It’s important to know what other types of distractions there are so that you can avoid them. One common distraction is when people choose to eat or...
Gray divorces are often high-asset divorces
When most people think of divorce, they think of young couples who are just starting in life. However, the number of "gray divorces" between couples who have been married for a long time is rising. If you are over 50 and are suddenly facing a divorce, you need to know...