Are You Eligible? Are you eligible for Social Security Disability benefits in NC? Do you know if you are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income? If you are no longer able to work because of an injury or illness, you may be entitled to Social Security benefits. Am I Disabled? The …

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  Your Own Company Congratulations, you’ve started your own company! The ability to become your own boss and take control of your professional and financial future is unique and should not be taken for granted. The inclusion of partners can make the experience more satisfying because you have people sharing a common goal to support …

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  Questions About Child Custody As parents, you want what’s best for your children and especially so in your post-separation child custody arrangements. Many parents have questions about how they can determine the best outcome for their children to live in a safe, healthy, and loving environment.   Here are some of the most frequently …

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The Importance of Understanding the Agreement When buying or selling a home, one of the most important documents you will sign is the Offer to Purchase and Contract. This is a legally binding document that details the terms and conditions of the transaction, and also sets a fixed timeline for the closing. Often, the contract …

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Spousal Support or Not? One of the many challenging aspects of a divorce is determining whether spousal support should be established. Post-separation support and alimony are utilized to help the dependent spouse maintain an accustomed standard of living. There are several things to consider when negotiating spousal support. Below are a few issues and 5 …

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  Guidelines Congress first passed federal laws establishing child support guidelines in the 1980s to accomplish three main goals: financially help children living in a single parent household; encourage payment of child support and promote consistent contact between parent and child Today, many of those same guidelines exist in order to ensure the safety, well-being, …

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Get to know your local Monroe, NC attorneys at Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP. Richard G. Long Jr. is the managing partner with Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP, joining the firm in 1995.  Mr. Long primarily practices: family law emphasizing mediation real estate law business law municipal law. Here is our interview with Richard: What …

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Be Aware Divorce is hard. On top of the emotional turmoil, you are also faced with the unpleasant task of dividing your property. Equitable Distribution, the process for dividing the property accumulated during your marriage, has several important legal limitations you should be aware of. That is why it is important to contact an Equitable …

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