Category: civil litigation
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Domestic violence in North Carolina affects many individuals and communities each year. The legal framework under Chapter 50B provides essential protections for victims, defining domestic…
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This document outlines the two-step process of default judgments under North Carolina’s Rule 55. It details the steps for entering defaults, the conditions under which…
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Criminal Conversation (CC) in North Carolina is a civil action for adultery requiring proof of a valid marriage and sexual intercourse with the defendant. The…
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Adkins Law, PLLC in Huntersville, NC offers expertise in alienation of affections, a tort allowing individuals to sue for the disruption of marital relationships. This…
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Charlotte, North Carolina, evolved from a trading hub to a significant metropolitan area, shaped by its Indigenous roots, revolutionary spirit, and economic transformation. Key events…
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Heart-balm torts, aimed at compensating emotional distress in relationships, have origins in England and flourished in the U.S. Although most states abolished these actions by…
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North Carolina continues to uphold the tort of criminal conversation, a strict-liability civil action for adultery, alongside alienation of affections, despite many jurisdictions abolishing these…
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The North Carolina Supreme Court in Smith v. Smith ruled on the handling of stipulations in equitable distribution disputes. It affirmed that parties are bound…
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In North Carolina, private nuisance law protects property owners from unreasonable interference with their enjoyment of land. It distinguishes between nuisance per se and nuisance…
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In 2025, high-end jewelry auction sales reached record highs, emphasizing its investment value alongside fine art and real estate. For North Carolina divorces, understanding the…