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A research paper based on primary excerpts from Chuck McShane’s A History of Lake Norman: Fish Camps to Ferraris (as provided via images), combined with additional historical synthesis. Introduction The Catawba River has long shaped life in the North Carolina Piedmont. Long before an inland lake called Lake Norman appeared on maps, the river sustained ...

Separation agreements are powerful tools in North Carolina family law. They allow spouses to privately settle issues such as property division, alimony, child custody, and child support. But what happens if circumstances change? Can a separation agreement be modified after it’s been signed? The answer depends on whether the agreement is incorporated into a court ...

The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently addressed whether a supporting spouse can be reimbursed for alimony overpayments after an earlier trial court modification was overturned. In Plessis v. Plessis, the Court vacated part of the trial court’s denial of reimbursement and remanded for a new hearing. This case highlights how appellate review and equitable ...

By Adkins Law, PLLC Can One Parent Prevent Holiday Visitation? The holidays can be some of the most emotionally charged times for families navigating separation or divorce. You might wonder: “Can I prevent my ex from spending the holidays with our children?” The simple answer is no—unless there's a court order stating otherwise, holidays and ...

Family law cases often sit at the intersection of personal conflict and legal procedure. Two recent North Carolina appellate opinions—Pocoroba v. Gregor and Durbin v. Durbin—demonstrate how courts address contempt findings in protective order cases and how escalating conflict between parents can justify custody modifications.  Case One: Pocoroba v. Gregor In Pocoroba v. Gregor, the ...