Honoring America’s First Woman U.S. Supreme Court Nominee
America is a beautiful country built on powerful ideals like democracy and freedom of speech. To ensure our sovereign rights are protected, court systems are in place. The highest court in the land is the Supreme Court, where nine judges seek to interpret the Constitution and how…

Many assume that money is only considered “income” if it comes directly via a paycheck. Other sources – be it a loan from a family member, money from selling a piece of property – surely don’t count when a court settles child support. Right?
In North Carolina, the definition of income for child support is…

For many children, the Fourth of July means fireworks, sparklers, parades, cookouts, and ice cream. While those traditions are certainly part of the celebration, Independence Day also offers parents an opportunity to teach children about our nation’s history, the importance of freedom, and the value of spending meaningful time together.
For divorced parents, holidays can…

The new film, Michael, has sparked conversations about one of the most talented entertainers in history. Beyond the music, choreography, and unprecedented success, the movie also reminds audiences of another issue that affects countless families every day—drug addiction.
Whether addiction involves prescription medications, opioids, alcohol, or illegal substances, its impact reaches far beyond the individual…

Every year, the National Park and Recreation Association celebrates national parks and green spaces throughout the United States. This July, National Park and Recreation Month is themed around “the power of” parks and recreation. That theme is a chance to recognize and honor the walking trails, fishing, hiking, and picnic spaces we all enjoy, as…

We will discuss how North Carolina courts treat substantial changes in circumstances in child custody disputes through the lens of the North Carolina Court of Appeals case Coggin v. Brennan.
We will cover communication failures, custody modification standards, final decision-making authority, and the importance of every nuance in delicate family law decisions.
North Carolina Child…

The purpose of a domestic violence protective order is to keep people safe, but safety isn’t something a court can provide simply on request. The process demands evidence, scrutiny, and a finding that the legal standard has actually been met. Sometimes, even when the allegations are extremely serious, that finding never comes.
That is the reality…