If you have a loved one struggling to manage their life independently, you may wonder about how guardianship works in North Carolina. Let’s look at what guardianship is, the process of becoming a guardian, and the duties and responsibilities of a guardian. We...
When someone dies without a will in North Carolina, the court looks to state law about next of kin order to determine who inherits what. This can be a difficult time for a loved one, and you may not know what to expect. Let’s explore the next of kin order and how the...
When you think of a home wrecker, you may picture someone who causes chaos in your home. And you would be right! Under North Carolina law, you may file a lawsuit for monetary damages if someone “sleeps with” or takes the affection of your spouse before you...
When a loved one cannot make their own decisions, they often have a power of attorney agent who makes decisions for them. However, knowing what to do when the person dies is difficult. One of the first things you will do is look at the last will and testament to see...
Do you have a plan for what would happen if you couldn’t make decisions for yourself? What if you became incapacitated and couldn’t tell your loved ones what you want? If you don’t have an answer to these questions, then you need to consider creating...
