Posts by Epperson Law Group, PLLC

Most people think of prenuptial agreements as legal documents for older, wealthy couples. Young couples (presumably) don’t have much to fight about, whereas older couples have already established homes, business, and wealth. They may have trusts or children to think about, too. A new report from Business Insider suggests the times are changing. The publication…

Right now, we’re all aware how the COVID-19 pandemic has interrupted all aspects of our daily lives. Stay-at-home orders from Governor Roy Cooper update continuously and plans to lift restrictions in phases are currently in process – but by no means are we back to our day-to-day lives quite yet. What does this mean for…

During the recent coronavirus pandemic and its current aftereffects, hundreds of North Carolina businesses have closed and the resulting economic downturn is affecting everyone. For parents, job loss can be unexpectedly difficult, especially for those who pay or depend on child support or alimony. Support orders are court orders and must be followed. Parents who…

Although North Carolina and the rest of the country are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, some countries are beginning to emerge from stay-at-home and lockdown orders. And, aside from the expected issues transitioning back into a new normal, there are a few unexpected side effects as well. The number of divorce filings…

Navigating work and life with the new restrictions and changes brought about during the COVID-19 pandemic throughout the world is difficult for everyone. For families trying to deal with co-parenting, pending divorces, domestic violence, and other family law issues, these matters can become even more complicated. Courts and law firms across North Carolina are dealing…

As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on and our essential healthcare workers continue to treat and care for patients, one doctor has found herself caught between her professional life and personal life – and served with an emergency court order that’s severed ties between her and her four-year-old daughter. Dr. Theresa Greene, an emergency room physician…

Epperson Law Group, PLLC is pleased to announce the opening of our newest office location in Concord, North Carolina. The firm has decided to open a new office to better serve clients from Cabarrus County and surrounding areas. “Going through a divorce or adjusting child custody schedules can take time, and time is often the…

Divorces take their toll on spouses and children. After months or more of fighting over alimony, what’s the best child custody arrangement, who gets to keep the home, and a variety of other issues, there may be one last obstacle to overcome – and it’s a doozy. Who gets to keep the family dog? Pets…

There are some parents who think the laws don’t apply to them. In child support cases, some parents need to learn the hard way (occasionally by spending time in jail) that their duty to provide for their children is a priority. As we have explained, courts have a variety of options to ensure that a…