In hopes of finding the best way to handle criminal charges, it is often wise for accused parties to ensure that the information they obtain is reliable. Each case differs in various ways, so having information that relates to a person’s specific case could help them...

Children often make mistakes and do not fully realize the consequences their errors could have. They may think that trying to look cool or dangerous in front of their friends will help them become more popular, but in some instances, it could lead to criminal charges...

When a person is taken into custody by law enforcement, it is easy to feel guilty. After all, authorities may intentionally make a person feel guilty in hopes that he or she will admit to wrongdoing or otherwise incriminate him or herself. However, anyone who faces...

In certain cases, North Carolina married couples mutually and amicably agree that they should end their marriage. This can happen when there is little to no animosity between the two individuals. They may simply feel as if they have grown apart or no longer benefit...

The seriousness of criminal charges is typically not lost on those who are arrested. At first, they may feel in shock about their predicament, but soon after, most accused individuals want to do what they can do to address the situation as effectively as possible. The...

Proposed Assembly Bill No. 1650 (“A1650”) would significantly take the bite out of the enforceability of non-compete agreements in the State of New Jersey.  Under current New Jersey law, a non-compete agreement is enforceable if it is “reasonable in view of all the...

It is common knowledge that children tend to have poor judgment in various situations. Unfortunately, if a juvenile makes a decision that has serious repercussions, such as participating in a crime, that child or teen could end up facing severe consequences, such as...

There are times in life when making a major change is the best for everyone. For some North Carolina residents, ending their marriage may be the change they need to work toward feeling more satisfied in their lives. Of course, divorce is not an easy process, and there...

Many young people who have been arrested may struggle in other parts of their lives. An arrest might just set them further down the path toward more interactions with the criminal justice system, perpetuating a vicious cycle. However, those who work on intervention...

It is not unusual for a young person to make an error in judgement. In the most extreme situations, that kind of error can lead to criminal charges, which may have a profound impact upon a teen or child’s life. People who have a criminal record that begins when they...