BREEDEN LAW OFFICE BLOG

A Guide to Social Media During a North Carolina Divorce

Social media use is more prevalent than ever, with people sharing updates about their lives at the click of a button. Whether it’s a post about daily activities or a reaction to a personal situation, social media’s reach and permanence can make it risky for anyone going through a divorce. What you post, share, or […]

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When Can I Modify My Child Support in North Carolina?

Child support is crucial for parents caring for their families after a divorce. North Carolina law expects both parents to provide for shared children, but sometimes life changes and those needs change. Whether you’re the supporting spouse or the dependent, you are able to seek to modify the support order set by the court after […]

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How to Enforce a Child Support Order in NC

When the court orders your ex to make child support payments, they should honor that agreement for your children’s sake. But dealing with your child’s other parent is rarely that simple. Fortunately, if they fail to make support payments, you have options to hold them accountable. Here’s more on the money you should expect in […]

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When Does Child Support End in NC?

Child support is a critical aspect of family law that provides financial assistance to children whose parents have separated or divorced. It is a legal obligation, typically enforced until the child reaches the age of majority and graduates from high school or becomes emancipated. However, the specifics of when child support ends can vary. If […]

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What Is the Process for Obtaining Child Support in NC?

The parents or legal guardians of children are required to provide financial support for their children, regardless of their relationships. Whether you have recently been divorced or separated from your child’s other parent, obtaining child support from the child’s other legal guardian or parent can be a great way to ensure that your child’s needs […]

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Who Claims a Child on Taxes After Divorce?

One of the biggest changes families deal with post-divorce are the financial implications. Going from a two-income household to a one-income household can have a dramatic impact on your family. This includes the way you file your taxes. As many families are aware, when you claim your child as a dependent on your taxes, you […]

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The Importance of Getting a Paternity Test

You don’t need to be married to have children. However, practical legal matters relating to child custody and child support are more complicated for unmarried parents. When it comes time to make formal agreements, enforce visitation rights, and officially define a relationship, both parents have a stake in proving or disproving a biological parentage. Here […]

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What Is Emancipation?

Emancipation is the process for someone younger than 18 to be legally considered an adult. North Carolina has specific requirements and considerations for individuals seeking emancipation. Keep reading to learn more about emancipation in North Carolina and its effect on child custody and child support requirements. Emancipation Laws in North Carolina Emancipated minors have the […]

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Know Your Rights as an Unmarried Parent in NC

Unmarried parents in North Carolina often feel the system is designed against them. And it can be the source of a lot of headaches when dealing with your child’s other parent or deciding custody, support, and visitation issues. But, despite how traditional our legal system may seem, your parental rights are not based on being […]

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How Do You File for Child Support and Alimony While Separated?

Figuring out your finances during a separation is hard and the is a lot to consider. But if you can work these issues out, it lets you and your spouse enter into a formal separation agreement. Unfortunately, sometimes spouses can’t agree or one party may try to avoid paying what’s fair. This is often the […]

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