2020 has brought its fair share of hardships. You may have faced job loss or other financial strains. Limited opportunities for social interaction outside of the home may have put stress on your relationship with your spouse. You may have lost a loved one to...
Family Law
A prenup can make your relationship stronger when times are tough
2020 has been a harrowing year for most families. We’ve faced a pandemic, recession, unemployment spikes, hurricanes as well as political and social unrest. It is only natural for so many stressors to take a toll on every aspect of our lives – including our...
During times of crisis, domestic violence can get worse
The pandemic has created a whole new set of rules to live by. We’ve been encouraged to stay at home and avoid unnecessary social interactions with family and friends. The public health reasoning behind this is personal safety. But what if for you, home is an unsafe...
What if you’re experiencing domestic violence amid COVID-19 lockdowns?
Since mid-March, American life has been in a new state of normal. North Carolina instituted its stay-at-home order on March 30, and the school year will end with students learning from home. Multiple businesses have closed, some likely for good. Unfortunately, crises...
7 tips for choosing the right divorce attorney
Going through a divorce is one of life’s toughest challenges. When you are looking for an attorney to handle your divorce, you want someone who knows what they are doing and will understand your situation. If you’ve never hired an attorney before, the process can seem...
Is my former spouse allowed to move away?
While the divorce process itself can be very challenging, the aftermath of a divorce can yield many obstacles as well. It’s unreasonable to believe that we will always live in the same place for our entire lives, and moving to another state can be like a new start. If...
False allegations of domestic violence hurt caring fathers
Domestic violence is a real problem that affects countless families. Whenever someone makes a false report of abuse, it undermines the issue for people who are truly affected, as well as harms those who are falsely accused. Feelings of betrayal, hurt and injustice...
Three tips to help your kids through the divorce
Regardless of whether a divorce ends up in court or a collaborative negotiation, it is still stressful. After divorce, spouses have to adjust to a new life. However, it is critical to remember that children experience this stress as well and that divorce is no...
Are blended families resolving family law issues before marriage?
When a couple's divorce is finalized, as are their property division and child support agreements, they may think it is the end of the family law issues that must be resolved. For many it might be. But those Durham parents who get married again have a number of issues...
Five most stressful jobs for married couples
Most adults try to balance their career and personal life. They don't want to fall back in their company, but they also want to maintain healthy relationships with the people they love the most, including their spouse. Unfortunately, some jobs make that balance a...