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Does Adultery Prevent a Spouse from Receiving Alimony in North Carolina?
There’s no question that adultery can end a marriage, but it can be confusing to understand how an extramarital affair affects the divorce process. Unlike some states, North Carolina does not dissolve marriages based on adultery or any other form…
Some Calling for Changes to NC’s Mandatory One-Year Pre-Divorce Separation Requirement
The decision to divorce typically comes after months, or even years, of consideration and discussion among spouses. At that point, each person usually wants to move on with their life after securing a fair resolution of parenting and financial terms.…
Study Shows Divorce Rates Rise in the Aftermath of a Natural Disaster
For many in the Asheville area and elsewhere throughout western North Carolina, life changed on September 27, 2024 when Hurricane Helene hit with devastating force. Within the state, more than 100 people were reported dead as a result of the…
Some NC Do-it-Yourself Divorces Might be Invalid
Divorce can be a difficult experience, but there is consolation in knowing that once the legal process is concluded, you receive an order dissolving your marriage so you can move on to the next chapter in your life. However, residents…
Can You Legally Separate Instead of Divorce in North Carolina?
In divorce cases, one of the court’s responsibilities is to divide up the couple’s marital assets. This includes all types of property such as cash, securities, retirement funds, real estate, automobiles and more. Under North Carolina law, marital property is…
Steps to Take When Preparing for Divorce
The end of a marriage often means major life changes for the spouses and their children. A divorce proceeding can be overwhelming, as it typically involves resolution of such matters as property division, debt settlement, alimony and child custody and…
Special Considerations When Divorcing a Narcissist
Being married to a narcissist isn’t easy and divorcing one can be just as difficult. Narcissists have an exaggerated sense of self-importance that causes them to become bitter and combative when they don’t get what they think they deserve. Whether…
Who Gets the Stimulus Check When Spouses Are Separated or Divorcing?
Going through a divorce is stressful enough, but the coronavirus pandemic spreading throughout the United States presents additional complications for spouses who have decided to split. In addition to changes that might need to be made regarding custody and visitation…
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