When someone passes away in North Carolina, their estate (everything they owned) must usually go through a legal process called probate. For families and executors who live outside the state, the process can feel confusing, frustrating, and full of hidden requirements which slow everything down. Questions like “Do I have […]
Since 2021, college athletes have been allowed to profit from their name, image, and likeness. Known as NIL income, these sponsorships, endorsements, and social media deals can turn a teenager’s reputation into a small business overnight. In North Carolina, this new reality presents unique risks, as every school sets its […]
Why NC Estate Planning Matters Once Your Child Turns 18 When a child turns eighteen, parents often celebrate their first step into adulthood. But legally, this milestone changes everything. Once a person becomes an adult, parents lose the automatic right to make medical, financial, or educational decisions for them. Hospitals, […]
People usually ask this right after a crisis. An elderly parent is wandering, an adult child can’t manage medications, or bills are going unpaid. Understanding the guardianship process, what each step involves, why the process sometimes drags, and how to avoid common mistakes can help families set realistic expectations and […]
Guardianship is one of the most sensitive issues that families in North Carolina ever face. The process decides who will make decisions for someone who can’t manage on their own, usually an aging parent or an adult child with a disability. While guardianship is meant to protect vulnerable people, it […]