Author: Theresa Viera

Los días festivos: un momento de reuniones navideñas, tiempo con personas que nos importan y, seamos honestos, un momento de estrés. Agregue a la ecuación…

While most people understand that marriage is an agreement between two people, hardly any are privy to the “terms and conditions” of Marriage they are signing.

Navigating the legal system after leaving an unhealthy and abusive relationship can be emotionally exhausting. Court dates, custody battles, restraining orders— it is all overwhelming, and the stress can take a serious toll on your mental health. But healing is just as important as seeking justice. Balancing both is key to moving forward with strength and resilience. Here’s how to care for yourself while handling legal matters.

After parents separate, they may choose to reside in different states. However, this move does not remove their need and legal obligation to take care of the financial needs for their child. Even if the parents live far apart, there are laws that make sure the child still gets financial support – “child support” – for expenses such as food, clothes, and school.

As my summer internship at Modern Legal comes to a close, I have found myself reflecting not just on what I learned, but on how I have grown both personally and professionally. I have been lucky enough to have had a front-row seat to how this team operates, how our attorneys navigate complex situations, and how they lead with both precision and heart.

La pensión alimenticia puede ser un tema legal confuso ya que la idea de apoyo financiero para un cónyuge dependiente tiene una historia larga y compleja. La aplicación de la pensión alimenticia en el divorcio ha cambiado con el tiempo, especialmente considerando los roles cambiantes de las partes en un matrimonio, los gastos y la capacidad de generar ingresos de las partes, y el incremento de las formas de capturar evidencia de infidelidad, abandono y abuso.

Learn practical steps and essential resources to help survivors of abuse regain financial independence, rebuild their lives, and secure a stable future after leaving a controlling relationship.

By the end of 2025, North Carolina will have adopted the eCourts system across its 100 counties. The eCourts system is meant to transition legal case management from traditional paper files in courthouses to a virtual cloud storage system.

While it is understandable that many couples do not even want to contemplate the ramifications of a prenup, such as a potential break-up or divorce, considering a prenup remains an important step to a flourishing relationship and marriage to engage in such a difficult discussion.