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Understanding the Laws on Electronic Tracking Devices in North Carolina

Understanding the Laws on Electronic Tracking Devices in North Carolina

In today’s increasingly digital society, the use of electronic tracking devices has become more common. These devices, such as GPS trackers, allow individuals and entities to monitor the location and movement of people, vehicles, or personal property.

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How Mediation and Arbitration Can Lead to Faster Divorce Settlements

How Mediation and Arbitration Can Lead to Faster Divorce Settlements

Divorce is often an emotionally charged and legally complicated process, particularly when disputes over property division, child custody, or alimony arise. In North Carolina, where divorce laws emphasize equitable distribution and the best interests of children, traditional litigation can be time-consuming and costly.

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Modifying Spousal Support: What Factors Are Considered?

Modifying Spousal Support: What Factors Are Considered?

Spousal support, commonly referred to as alimony, is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to another to provide financial assistance following a separation or divorce.

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Key Components of a Prenuptial Agreement for High Net-Worth Couples

Key Components of a Prenuptial Agreement for High Net-Worth Couples

A prenuptial agreement, often referred to as a "prenup," is a legal contract entered into by two individuals before marriage that outlines how assets, debts, and other financial matters will be handled during the marriage and in the event of divorce or death.

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The Role of Restraining Orders in Domestic Violence Cases

The Role of Restraining Orders in Domestic Violence Cases

Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects individuals and families across the United States, including in North Carolina. It encompasses a range of abusive behaviors, including physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse, often perpetrated by someone with a personal relationship to the victim, such as a spouse, partner, or family member.

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Handling Hidden Assets in Divorce: Navigating Complex Financial Matters

Handling Hidden Assets in Divorce: Navigating Complex Financial Matters

Divorce is often an emotionally charged and legally intricate process, and in North Carolina, the equitable distribution of marital assets adds an additional layer of intricacy.

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How to Secure Your Online Accounts During a Divorce

How to Secure Your Online Accounts During a Divorce

During divorce, many people focus on dividing property, arranging custody, and sorting through finances. What often gets overlooked is something just as important: digital security.

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What You Can (and Can’t) Post Online During a Divorce

What You Can (and Can’t) Post Online During a Divorce

When emotions are running high, it’s natural to want to vent or share your story with friends and family. These days, that often means turning to social media. But during a divorce, what you say online can come back to affect your case in serious ways.

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Should You Change Your WiFi Password After Your Spouse Leaves? Security Tips

Should You Change Your WiFi Password After Your Spouse Leaves? Security Tips

In the middle of a divorce, many people focus on child custody, property division, or support payments. What often gets overlooked is digital security. At Ward Family Law Group, we advise clients to take a closer look at their technology—including something as simple as the household WiFi.

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AirTags Part 2: How Can You Protect Yourself or Child from being Tracked

AirTags Part 2: How Can You Protect Yourself or Child from being Tracked

In Part 1, we discussed the use of AirTags to track your spouse and children and the implications in divorce and custody cases. Now you might be wondering, what can I do to protect myself or my child from being tracked?

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