Adkins Law

As summer turns to fall, families across North Carolina flock to pumpkin patches, apple orchards, petting zoos, and seasonal festivals. In Huntersville and the greater Lake Norman area, these outings have become beloved traditions—complete with hayrides, corn mazes, and hands-on animal encounters. But what happens if a fun family trip turns into an accident or ...

When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important—and sometimes most challenging—decisions is how to share time with their children. North Carolina courts and families use a variety of custody schedules to balance parenting time, school, activities, and the child’s overall best interest. No single schedule works for every family. The “right” plan depends ...

Charlotte’s dining scene is hot! New openings, national nods, tasting menus that sell out in minutes — if you haven’t booked a table lately, now’s the time. Below are three standout restaurants right now, followed by a practical guide for small restaurant owners facing divorce in North Carolina and how a restaurant is valued and ...

Halloween is one of the most cherished holidays of the year for children. Costumes, candy, and community events make it a night full of excitement and family memories. But for parents navigating  custody agreement, Halloween can also raise important questions: Who takes the children trick-or-treating? Should parents rotate the holiday annually, split the evening, or ...

The 2025 Panthers schedule is set and brimming with both challenge and opportunity. Carolina opens with a three-of-four road stretch under second-year head coach Dave Canales—a tough draw for a conversation-shaping start. Their bye isn’t until Week 14, and half their divisional matchups are packed into the final stretch of the year. It’s a schedule ...