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The purpose of a domestic violence protective order is to keep people safe, but safety isn’t something a court can provide simply on request. The process demands evidence, scrutiny, and a finding that the legal standard has actually been met. Sometimes, even when the allegations are extremely serious, that finding never comes. Continue reading →
Every year on June 19, Americans observe Juneteenth, the day that marks the effective end of slavery in the United States. Continue reading →
We will discuss the North Carolina Court of Appeals case Fitzgerald v. Fortner (2024) and explain the key issues of juvenile court jurisdiction, child custody transfer, and standing in custody disputes. You will see why the court vacated a Chapter 50 custody order and what the statutory requirements under North Carolina family law are. Continue reading →
Domestic violence is not always physical. Sometimes domestic violence takes the form of repeated threats and unwanted messages that leave another person feeling terrified for their life. Continue reading →
Most people assume that if someone lives in another state, they can’t be brought into court in North Carolina (or wherever you live). But family law is rarely that simple. When children are involved, courts look closely at a parent’s connections to the state and whether their actions had an impact there. That’s exactly what the North Carolina Court of Appeals addressed in Ziegler v. Ziegler. Continue reading →
Domestic violence is a serious matter, and protective orders are a critical legal instrument for safeguarding the most fundamental rights of individuals. While protective orders are common, issuing them still requires following a procedure that must meet strict legal standards if the order is to stand on appeal. Continue reading →
We will discuss the Fairley v. Matelski (2024) case and see why the North Carolina Court of Appeals upheld a custody decision, acting in the child’s best interest.
You will see how nuanced custody decisions can be, why it is imperative to pay special attention to every fact in family law cases involving child custody, and how even the smallest details can make a big difference. Continue reading →
We will discuss the Mecklenburg County, o/b/o Herron v. Pressley case, and how the North Carolina Court of Appeals reversed a trial court order and modified the father’s child support obligation. Continue reading →
Child custody disputes are among the most common family law matters in court. Yet, due to the sensitive nature of the relationships and the complexity of the law, these cases can yield very different outcomes depending on the smallest details. Continue reading →
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