What legal options are available to me if my spouse becomes abusive?
Many people contact our office and ask what legal options do they have in the event their spouse does, or has, become abusive. Domestic violence is a serious issue that is not taken lightly in North Carolina. On the criminal side of the house, assault on a female and driving while impaired are likely the ...
Child Support Guidelines
In accordance with the federal Child Support Enforcement Act, each state has developed specific guidelines to calculate a range of child support to be paid, based on the parents' respective incomes and expenses. Each state's guidelines vary considerably, meaning that in virtually identical situations, the child support ordered in one state may be far more ...
How do I get my security deposit back?
What is a Security Deposit?By definition, a security deposit is a sum of money given to the landlord to ensure that rent will be paid and other responsibilities of the lease performed. Such responsibilities include: paying for damages to the premises caused by the tenant, covering any unpaid bills, and the cost of re-renting the ...
