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In custody situations, it’s important to recognize the significant role parents play in the lives of their children. Even in cases of divorce or separation, fathers still are entitled to be a part of their child’s life. As a father In North Carolina, you have various rights to ensure your involvement and interests as a…

The Social Security Administration goes over and recalculates Social Security every year. Changes to Social security can occur due to changes in the outside environment such as inflation. Whether you are planning for retirement, retired, or already receiving benefits, staying up-to-date on these changes is important so you can better plan your financial future. In…

When you receive a traffic ticket, there are several things you need to know. First and most important is to remember your Court date. The police officer always writes the Court date on the ticket. Depending on the type of offense, a Court appearance may or may not be required. Make sure you either appear…

Q: What is the difference between SSI and SSDI?  A: SSI is the acronym for Supplemental Security Income. It is a needs-based program for low-income disabled people who do not have enough work credits to qualify for SSDI. To qualify you must show that you have a qualifying medical condition and that your income and…

A breach of contract claim in North Carolina involves proving that one party failed to fulfill their obligations under a valid and enforceable agreement, resulting in damages to the other party. There are several elements that must be proven to successfully establish a breach of contract claim in North Carolina. Firstly, the plaintiff must establish…

In North Carolina, all parents having active custody cases are required to participate in custody mediation.  Only the parents attend. No third parties are permitted to participate. The mediation session is conducted by a mediator who is a neutral third party. The mediator is either a Court employee or a private person. The mediator receives…

Participation in custody mediation is required for all parents with a pending custody case. Attending the custody mediation program is required before their case can be heard by a Judge. The purpose of custody mediation is giving parents the opportunity to decide custody issues for their children. Parents meet with the custody mediator who controls…

50B – North Carolina General Statutes §50-B-1 and the sections that follow explain that a person may seek a domestic violence order and may ask for an order ex parte; the person has a right to an immediate hearing before a judge prior to the other party being served with the complaint. After the initial…

Dealing with any legal matter can be unnerving. It can take a toll emotionally, mentally, and financially. For some the idea of going to trial for any reason may be even more intimidating. The good news is that not all legal matters have to go to trial. Alternative Dispute Resolution is an umbrella term defining…