Helping Families Make Informed Decisions About Their Future
Countless studies attempt to link certain traits, behaviors or events to an increased risk of getting divorce. While interesting, these studies are not proof that an individual marriage with last or come to an end. That being said, they can give some perspective onto...
When people think of a divorce, they might imagine a dramatic courtroom setting with a judge, objections and witnesses. However, in reality, many divorces are settled outside of court.Having said that, it is certainly possible for a contentious or complicated divorce...
According to a CNBC report, more than 7 million Americans hide money from their spouse. Such activity is not, to put it simply, a good sign. Couples who are dishonest about finances are unusually prone to divorce. As one commentator put it, "[such] deceptions create a...
You remember the day you brought yours home, and the sleepless nights that followed. When he or she got sick, you visited doctors and worried over medication. You celebrate birthdays together and take holiday pictures together. Coming home from work to see that face...
The divorce process can take much longer than you might expect, even in the most amicable cases. Between the separation requirements for a no-fault divorce (which is a full year in North Carolina) and the length of time it can take to resolve divorce-related issues,...
One of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to planning for divorce is to oversimplify the process. They might think it will be like getting married: sign some paperwork, make a statement and your legal status is changed. However, there are many reasons why...
North Carolina is one of just six states with "alienation of affection" tort laws. What this means is that, in cases where a marriage ends because of an extramarital affair, the wronged spouse is able to sue their partner's lover for damages. Yet just how long these...
The first working Monday after the holiday season is dubbed "Divorce Day" for a reason. Many couples choose to forgo filing for divorce until after the holidays have ended. Some wanted to make a few more family holiday memories while others found the stress that comes...
Tax reform is often a hot topic in the media. Media hosts and guests debate on how these proposals will impact the population. Who will pay less, who will pay more? One debate currently circulating throughout news stories involves the potential for the current...
It seems that every day, a new study or report comes out attempting to predict or explain divorce. In reality, though, these studies are likely not going to prevent a divorce, and no one should make decisions about their marriages and relationships based on...
