The State of South Carolina takes a strong interest in making sure that children receive the support they need. This is especially true when the obligated parent refuses or otherwise fails to pay child support.
The S.C. Department of Social Services will reportedly institute a rate increase for foster homes throughout the state. DSS to Pay S.C. Foster Families More Money to Address Shortage The DSS reported nearly 4,600 children
In most Greenville, SC custody cases, one parent will get primary custody of the child. The non-custodial parent will get visitation rights for weekends, holidays, and more. As long as the parents live relatively close
Hiring a private investigator can be useful in many contested and high-conflict divorce cases. Before you make a decision, there are some basics to learn about PIs and how they can help you. A Greenville,
The Definition of Best Interest The best interests of the child standard governs South Carolina custody cases. Judges in Greenville, SC are obligated to consider this above all else when rendering decisions. It’s not always
On July 24, 2019, the South Carolina Supreme Court abolished common law marriage in the state. The practice allowed unmarried couples to claim they were married if, among other requirements, they lived together long enough.
Going through a divorce is stressful enough, with questions about custody, finances, and more. While many couples are able to amicably work out and settle their differences, others struggle to reach a resolution. Sometimes both
Adoption is a complicated and time-consuming experience. Greenville, SC couples looking to adopt a child can easily become overwhelmed with the rules and procedures that are involved. Likewise, parents who are looking to put a
Family law cases can be relatively simple or exceedingly complex. Whether you are facing child custody and support, or equitable distribution and alimony, you need to be prepared for trial. While many cases settle, you
We’ve finally arrived at a point where more people feel comfortable in their own skins. People are a bit more accepting today than they were just ten years ago. This is why more transgender people
Our name helps define who we are. Other than getting married, most of us will never change our name. For some people, however, there are lots of reasons why they would need to do this.
Many Greenville, SC residents who are headed for divorce worry about the costs of hiring an attorney. It’s always best to have legal representation, but it’s easy to get discouraged when considering the expense. Fortunately,
