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Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Estate Planning
If you are a North Carolina resident, now is a great time to review your estate planning decisions as a new North Carolina Power of Attorney law goes into effect on January 1, 2018. The revisions to the law will align North Carolina’s laws with power of attorney legislation in other states so that there …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Adult Guardianship, Estate Planning
Do you have a loved one who is not capable of handling his or her own personal, medical, or financial affairs? Whether it is an aging parent or grandparent struggling with dementia, or an adult child suffering from a disability, it may be necessary to establish adult guardianship to ensure that your loved one’s affairs …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Divorce Lawyer, Family Law
These days you can find forms for all sorts of legal matters, particularly divorce and separation agreements. Many people try to use the fill in the blank agreements purporting to handle their property and debts, deal with alimony, child custody, and child support issues.
Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Child Custody, Divorce Lawyer, Family Law
Does Your Child’s Safety Depend on Immediate Intervention by NC Courts? It is an unfortunate reality that many parents face situations or circumstances that they feel need the Court’s immediate attention to ensure the safety of their children. When such situations arise, a parent may need to seek emergency custody of their child.
Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Attorney, Personal Injury Lawyer, Traffic Ticket Lawyer, Traffic Violation
New NC Seat Belt Laws Remind Us to Buckle-Up! North Carolina’s seat belt laws have changed a few times over the last couple of decades. Regardless of age, if you are the driver or just a back seat passenger, North Carolina law now requires every occupant in a vehicle to buckle-up. However, a police officer …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law
“In most lawsuits in North Carolina the parties, and most often their attorneys, will be required to participate in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The most common ADR procedure is mediation, but the parties can choose arbitration. What is the difference between the two and how does it affect you?
Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law, Real Estate Lawyer
You have recently gotten married and the two of you want to buy a new home. How should you hold title to what will likely be your biggest asset? There are several ways to hold your title such as Tenants in Common, Joint Tenants and Tenants by the Entireties. There is no one right way …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Attorney, Family Law
Whenever a lawsuit is filed to establish custody, or a motion is filed to modify an existing custody order, the parties are ordered to attend Child Custody Mediation. There are certain circumstances which may exempt the parties from mediation; however, generally speaking, custody mediation is mandatory.
Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Attorney, Criminal Law, Traffic Violation
In North Carolina, when you are charged with Driving While Impaired, your license will be taken by the charging officer and automatically revoked for 30 days. The license is turned into the Clerk of Court where you can retrieve it after meeting the statutory requirements. However, you may be eligible …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law, Tax Exemption
How do you determine who receives the dependency exemption for the children? To claim the dependency exemption the parents must be divorced or separated, have a separation agreement or have lived apart during the last six months of the year. Generally, only the custodial parent may claim the dependency exemption. Custody …
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