You’ve probably heard the term “probable cause,” but didn’t give it much thought until you or a loved one was arrested and charged with a crime. The term is found in the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and protects Americans from being searched, arrested,...
Year: 2022
Handling a run-in with the North Carolina police
You already know that American citizens have rights during an encounter with the police. Unfortunately, many people fail to exercise these rights during a traffic stop or when the cops show up on their doorstep. Police officers in Raleigh and other North Carolina...
Coping with challenging emotions after a divorce
Whether you were married for decades or months, did or did not have children, parted amicably or not, divorce hurts. The process and its after-effects will undoubtedly bring up a flood of difficult emotions at different times. You may at times feel deep sadness over...
Handling custody when your teenager is almost an adult
When you have a teenage child who is approaching 18, you may wonder if it’s really necessary to put a custody schedule into place. They’re old enough to drive, go to their activities on their own and work a job. While your teen may be close to full independence, it is...
Don’t get a DWI on St. Patrick’s day
St. Patrick’s day is traditionally a big day of celebration in North Carolina. The celebrations begin early with many restaurants and pubs offering “kegs and eggs” for breakfast. The green beer will be flowing as parties continue late into the evening. No one wants...
What are your options for the house during a divorce?
As you go through a divorce, you need to determine what to do with all of your assets. Perhaps you don't have children, so you're not worried about parenting time and custody situations. Everything revolves around your assets, and the home is your largest asset. As...