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When do I need a divorce or family law attorney?

When do I need a divorce or family law attorney?

"Legally Separated?"

The only requirements to be legally separated in North Carolina is that one of the spouses moves out of the martial residence and at least one of the spouses has the intent to end the marriage. That's it!

Should Christians File for Bankruptcy?

Should Christians file for Bankruptcy? As a Christian, I had to wrestle with this issue before deciding to take on my very first bankruptcy case back in 2004. I prayed and researched this issue and found the following scripture: Deuteronomy 15: 1-6. The Year for Canceling Debts.

Why Everyone Needs an Estate Plan

The primary reason that everyone needs an estate plan is that if you fail to create a plan, the State will create one for you. The State legislature does not know anything about your family dynamics and the things that you value, so why leave such important decisions to them?

How To Prove Adultery In New Hampshire

How To Prove Adultery In New Hampshire

Are Medical Marijuana Cards a Defense to Criminal Charges in California?

A recent Rolling Stone article continues to point out the current administrations' "War on Pot" is very real and active.

Questioning the Deprivation of Sex Offender Rights and Opportunities

Across the United States, approximately 747,408 individuals are listed on sex offender registries.

Strip Searches Without Cause Upheld by Supreme Court

Various freedoms, this country is also known for many levels of protections from government overreach. Unfortunately, one of the basic levels of protection has been challenged by a recent Supreme Court ruling.

Tracking Suspects with Cell phones: Is that Legal?

Cell phones offer the ability to contact loved ones, look up restaurants and even check the weather. However, according to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) these handy devices are also, in some cases, being used to implicate their owners.

Law Grants More Protections Sex Crimes Victims, Increases Convictions

Recently, Governor Brown signed a bill into law that provides trial assistance to children and other vulnerable victims of sex crimes. Supporters of the law believe strengthening protections for victims will also increase convictions for those accused of sex crimes.

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