by Scott Allen | Jan 14, 2016 | Alienation of Affections and Criminal Conversation
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 North Carolina is one of the few states that still recognize the torts of alienation of affections and criminal conversation. These claims may be brought under NC common law against someone who takes away the affection of a...
by Scott Allen | Mar 13, 2015 | Family Law
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 North Carolina law provides that violation of a court order is punishable by the contempt powers of the court. What is contempt of court? How is it used in child custody cases? First a few general observations. A separation...
by Scott Allen | Oct 20, 2014 | Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 In North Carolina family law practice, litigation is started with a summons and complaint being filed, followed by an answer and counterclaims and finally, a reply to the counterclaims. This series of filings is collectively...
by Scott Allen | May 23, 2014 | Family Law Library
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 Specific Performance is an equitable remedy when there is a breach of a separation agreement. The remedy of specific performance is available in an action to enforce a separation agreement when the remedy of breach of contract...
by Scott Allen | May 20, 2014 | Divorce
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 Getting divorced has it’s obvious impact: you are no longer married. Once divorced you may marry someone else. However, getting divorced has other consequences. Let’s review them: Once divorced you may no longer file...
