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Escaping from a violent and threatening domestic situation is an extremely challenging — and often frightening — thing to do. And once you have removed yourself, knowing how to start a new life after domestic violence can be equally as challenging and intimidating. Although it may seem impossible and hard…

During the school year, a child’s schedule is pretty set in stone. With the exception of certain holidays, the child must be in school Monday through Friday. It’s a different matter when school is out for the summer. Summer break often presents problems for parents who are divorced and share…

The use of social media on a daily basis is a reality for the majority of the population. The Pew Research Center reports that 74 percent of adults use social networking sites. While the use of social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, and others may seem relatively harmless, the…

The rate at which people file for divorce in North Carolina and across the United States tends to dip during the last months of the year – likely due to the holidays – and then skyrocket toward the first of the year, peaking in March. One holiday that is caught in…

There were 108 domestic violence-related homicides reported in the state in a single recent year, according to the North Carolina Department of Justice. While, thankfully, not all instances of domestic violence end in homicide, hundreds of women and men are victims of violent and sexual abuse within their own homes….

For all adults, getting a divorce can be a stressful and emotional experience. But when the divorcing couple has a child or children, things can become even more difficult for everyone involved. While there are sure to be certain issues during a divorce that you and your spouse do not…

When you’re dealing with a troubled relationship, when is it time to say “enough is enough” – and what do you do when you’re ready to throw in the towel? We all want reason and respect to be included when we try to solve conflicts with our significant others. In…

A certain amount of upheaval is inevitable when parents remarry. Children must adjust to new households and new family members — perhaps even new siblings. The process of transitioning into a blended family requires a great deal of patience, but it needn’t be traumatic. Read on to find out how…

When a couple makes the decision to dissolve their marriage, it will not necessarily be done on the most amicable of terms. Many divorce settlements are difficult to resolve or are hotly contested, exacerbating what may be an already volatile situation. When children are involved, emotions can run high and all…

Contemplating divorce may bring to mind images of a prolonged courtroom battle and a bitter separation imposed by an uncaring judge. The good news is that your divorce does not have to play out this way – and, in fact, most divorces never have to go to trial. Mediation is often a viable option when…