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Yoga as a healthy coping mechanism for managing divorce stress

Divorce is traumatic. Grief, anger, fear and anxiety are typical by-products of divorce. But you don’t have to get stuck in the emotional mess. There are coping mechanisms — some…

How does child support work in North Carolina?

If you are facing a divorce or are no longer in a relationship with your child’s other parent, you likely have questions about the child support process in North Carolina.…

Divorcing? Lower your stress with these tasty snacks

Divorce is hard—no matter how you slice it. An important chapter of your life is closing, and whether you’re experiencing heartbreak or resentment, one thing is for certain: you’re stressed.…

What happens to a couple’s frozen embryos if they divorce?

What does adulthood look like? Ask a child, and that child might tell you that adulthood is getting older, getting a job, getting married and having children. But neither adulthood…

How can I protect my business in a divorce?

You’ve built a h4 business that you’re proud of. It’s the greatest achievement of your career. But when you suddenly find yourself facing the prospect of divorce, you wonder what…

You’re not alone – most dads feel they don’t spend enough time with their kids

There are many difficult aspects of going through a divorce. Even if for the best, a separation marks a significant change in not only your life, but the lives of…

How are collectibles divided in a divorce?

Going through a divorce can be an extremely challenging time. To make matters worse, you and your ex will also have to find a way to split up your treasured…

Timing is important for grandparents in custody dispute cases

In North Carolina, it can be difficult for grandparents to see their grandchildren after major family conflicts. As we’ve discussed in the past, both parents need to be unfit for…

Who gets the house in a military divorce?

The United States military provides plenty of living assistance for its members and their families. Whether your family lives on the base or off it, you are probably receiving some…

Co-parenting in the 21st century

In a world of viral videos, online influencers and virtual reality, it is pretty much impossible to avoid modern technology in your everyday life. If you are divorced or in…

3 key tips to help divorcees make it through Valentine’s Day

If you’ve recently gone through a divorce, Valentine’s Day can be a major downer. Turn on the TV, listen to the radio or walk into any store, and you’re immediately…

When can child support be modified?

As a parent, your first priority is taking care of your children. However, circumstances can change. Perhaps your child wants to move in with you, or you were laid off.…

Drunk driving accidents dangerously high on Super Bowl Sunday

This Sunday marks the 53rd annual Super Bowl. If you’re like most Americans, you probably have a tradition for celebrating this day. It might involve tailgating, heading to a neighborhood…

Can furloughed employees get a break from paying child support?

The partial government shutdown has been in effect for nearly a month now. More than 800,000 federal employees—not to mention many other government contractors—have been attempting the impossible: to survive…

Should you move closer to your children’s school?

Divorced fathers who share custody of their children have a lot to balance when it comes to co-parenting and sharing time. This is especially difficult when your children are school-aged.…