Spousal support can be one of the most significant concerns during a couple's divorce. Spousal support may be awarded to one spouse during the divorce process of may be agreed upon by the couple. Divorcing couples may wonder how spousal support is determined and what...
Month: October 2017
Property division in a North Carolina divorce
People who plan to divorce must deal with a number of issues. Who gets what in the split ranks as a major concern for many. A basic outline of North Carolina's approach to property division can give a couple a starting point for considering goals and expectations...
Bail set at $7.5 million for man accused of selling ‘gray death’
There have been many news stories over the past few years about a recent rise in deaths due to overdoses of opium-derived prescription drugs and heroin. Many observers have referred to the situation as a national opioid crisis or epidemic. While some of the reaction...
Man faces DWI charges after speaking with police
DWI charges are serious charges in North Carolina. An alderman from a nearby North Carolina community west of the Statesville area was recently cited for DWI. It was determined by a breathalyzer test that the man allegedly had a .09 blood alcohol content level. In...
What behavior falls under the category of domestic violence?
Domestic violence can include a variety of behaviors so it is important for individuals who are accused of domestic violence in North Carolina to understand what it includes. Domestic violence can be physical in nature, emotional, sexual or financial. Harassment can...
Options for challenging traffic tickets
Traffic tickets are not something to ignore and may be something the accused individual wishes to fight. There are a number of reasons to challenge a traffic ticket including reasons related to the potential consequences of a traffic ticket such as fees and increased...