Child support payments are often mandated by a court of law when the parents of a child go through a divorce. Which parent ultimately pays child support to the other is determined by the court using a number of factors to determine what the court believes will be in the best interest of the child….

Divorce laws for military spouses vary, in some ways, from those applying to civilians. The details of military divorces in North Carolina also differ from those of military divorces in other states. Filing for divorce in the military and each state includes specific requirements and provisions regarding filing the complaint. Divorce laws in the military cover…

A complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action can jeopardize your medical career as a physician. The North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB) is mandated to provide licenses to qualified individuals and monitor them to ensure their competence. The NCMB also investigates complaints filed against medical professionals and imposes disciplinary actions on those found guilty of violating state…

Nurses are the heart of the American healthcare system and have a significant beneficial influence on the health and well-being of patients. As a result, nurses must complete considerable schooling and on-the-job training to perform their duties successfully. North Carolina nurses must also follow the North Carolina Board of Nursing’s different rules and regulations. If…

Getting a letter that a complaint has been filed against you is among the top on the list of a doctor’s fears. Such a complaint has the potential to derail your reputation and even your career. The fallout can be quite damaging, whether justified or frivolous. How you respond and the steps you take can…

Remington & Dixon has seen third parties disrupt marriages and lead to divorces. Perhaps your situation has been affected by alienation of affection. What does that mean exactly? We’ll explain. What is North Carolina’s Alienation of Affection Law? An alienation of affection law typically allows a spouse plaintiff to sue a third-party defendant because they…

Disobeying a legally binding and enforceable order from a family court in North Carolina is not advisable. Failure or refusal to obey court orders may land you into contempt of family court. If your ex-spouse files a motion for contempt and the family court find you willfully violated a court order, you will face several…

When a couple with children goes separate ways, the North Carolina law dictates that child custody orders should be made in the children’s best interest. The objective is to create a stable environment, which often means awarding primary physical custody to one parent and visitation rights to the other. This applies even when parents share…

North Carolina’s demand for more massage therapists is growing rapidly. Coincidentally, one question is becoming increasingly common: can you massage without a license in NC? Massage therapy is an enjoyable and fulfilling job, the hours are flexible, and the wages are decent. These perks can make it tempting to practice massage without a license, knowingly…

In North Carolina, you don’t have to completely dissolve your marriage to get away from an abusive, negligent, or otherwise “at-fault” spouse. While getting a divorce from bed and board will leave your marital status intact, it will also give you the ability to keep your personal assets and property separate while co-parenting, working out…