Business partnerships can go bad in any number of ways, but it may be particularly distressing to find out that the person you've worked with side-by-side to build up your company has suddenly deeply betrayed it -- and you.Maybe your business partner passed some...
Month: May 2020
Collateral consequences can contribute to recidivism
A person who is convicted of a crime will have to deal with court-imposed penalties. They might believe that once they meet the requirements of those penalties, they will be done with the criminal matter, but this isn't what's likely going to happen. Instead, they...
What’s a habitual felon in North Carolina?
A lot of states take a dim view of repeat criminal offenders. In North Carolina, that view is reflected through a "habitual felon" charge.What makes a person a habitual felon? A person who has had three prior convictions (or plea bargains) involving felonies as an...
Is there ever a right time to adopt a child?
When planning for a family, many couples tend to ask themselves whether it's the right time to bring a child into the world. It's always tempting to delay welcoming a new family member because you believe that the future you will be more financially stable, prepared...
Work on healing after your marriage ends
Saying that your marriage is done and filing for a divorce can lead to some very strong emotions. Not only do you have to deal with the emotional turmoil, you also have to handle the legal matters. It's imperative that you take the time to heal emotionally and...
Can you keep your license after a DWI in North Carolina?
You didn't think you were the slightest bit impaired, even though you had a drink or two. When you were charged with driving while impaired (DWI), it came as a total shock.So what happens now? Since it's your first offense, do you have any hope of keeping your...