Category: Domestic Violence

what is an intentional tort case

What Are Intentional Tort Cases?

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When most people think of personal injury cases, they think of car accidents, motorcycle crashes, and other types of injuries caused by another person’s negligence. But if someone intentionally hurt you, the law says you deserve the same legal help and compensation as someone who was harmed by an accident.

If someone’s intentional actions hurt you physically, emotionally, or through other means, you have legal options. If you find yourself in this situation, you may be eligible to file an intentional tort claim.

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How Can a Lawyer Help With Domestic Violence?

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Domestic violence is a serious matter, and it rarely looks like what you see in most movies and TV shows. The abuse often starts small and gets worse as the abuser exerts more and more control over the victim’s life. Victims often feel trapped in their situations for reasons like concern over their children’s well-being, lack of access to money and other resources, and the fear of worse abuse and violence if they try to leave.

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Recent North Carolina Legislation Affecting Family Law and Divorce – Part 2

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This is Part 2 of a recent article that I wrote for the NCAJ Trial Briefs magazine regarding recent laws passed by the North Carolina General Assembly which affect family law and divorce issues.

Foster Care Children’s Bill of Rights

The General Assembly passed a bill entitled “Foster Care Children’s Bill of Rights” which became law on July 23, 2013.  The new law amends N.C.G.S. § 131D-10.1 to insert a list of 11 goals with regards to foster care that are designed to make the quality of life better for foster children.   The bill states that violations of the new law do not create a cause of action against the State, the NC Department of Health and Human Services, or any person providing foster care.

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