What can I do if my spouse cheats on me?
In North Carolina, if your spouse cheats on you, you may bring a lawsuit against the paramour for alienation of affection or criminal conversation. This means you may sue the person that slept with your spouse or alienated your relationship. Take a look at this video for more information on heart balm torts in North ...
What can I do if my spouse hacks into my email account?
Often, when someone suspects their spouse of infidelity, they attempt to hack into their email account to confirm their suspicions. While this seems tempting, it is likely illegal and can lead to serious consequences. The Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986, The North Carolina Electronic Surveillance Act, and N.C. Gen. Stat. § 15A-287 all protect ...
Foreclosures: The Basics
By Elspeth CrawfordMany homeowners these days fall into the unfortunate situation of not being able to afford their home loans. When the Grim Reaper of mortgages comes around, foreclosure is his scythe.Foreclosure is a catch-all term for the legal process by which a lender attempts to recover the balance of a loan from a borrower ...
Guide to Wage Garnishment
By Elspeth CrawfordWage garnishments are governed by an array of state and federal laws, and employers are often confronted by demands from multiple garnishors who all insist that they be paid now. Although the law requires that a significant amount of information be sent to employers along with a demand for wage garnishment, there are ...
