What Is an Uncontested Divorce?
A lot of people say that they are seeking a lawyer for an uncontested divorce, but what does that mean? Quite simply, both spouses have to agree on the terms of the divorce. Why is that so hard? First of all, it’s difficult to get two people who have
Read MoreDividing the Dollars: The Difference Between Equitable Distribution and Alimony
When facing the prospect of divorce, most people confuse equitable distribution and alimony because both involve the exchange of money between spouses, but these are very different concepts. Alimony is income paid from one spouse to another, based on the
Read MoreCommon Myth about Legal Separation in South Carolina
In some states, you can go to court and be given a legal separation, but there is no such thing as legal separation in South Carolina. In this state, you are either “married” or “divorced,” but there is no marital status that is in between. The
Read MoreThe Basics of South Carolina Child Support
In any case involving children, child support is something that must be determined. Most people do not dispute that every parent has an obligation to provide financial support for his or her children, but the question becomes: how much? Luckily, the basics
Read MorePrimary Caretaker in South Carolina Custody Cases
One of the factors that most affects South Carolina custody cases is which parent has been the primary caretaker for the children. South Carolina Family Courts have long asked which parent has been the primary caretaker when determining custody of a child,
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