I was just…gestur’n…

Posted on May 4, 2020

On 9 January 2017, a day after Elvis’s Birthday (and my mom’s), a North Carolina State Trooper kindly responded to a stranded motorist who had run out of gas. It was winter in Stanley County, North Carolina, and it was cold. The Trooper, with the assistance...

You All Count

Posted on April 27, 2020

12 In the Box – You All Count As we try to reasonably exist in the socially distant Covid-sphere, we feel as though our lives are frozen—or substantially stalled. But, the world remains, and great change is before us, and some change will likely prove to be very corrective. And so, the...

“Hello in There”

Posted on April 20, 2020

About two weeks ago John Prine, an American folk singer and songwriter, passed-away due to complications from Covid-19. Prine was yet another sad loss from the virus, taking him from the long sown American fabric that makes our country...

NC Drug Laws

Posted on April 2, 2019

In the US, almost half of all people imprisoned are there for drug related offenses. In North Carolina, drug related offenses are one of the top reasons people go to prison. Drug offenses are not to be taken lightly. If you, a friend, or family member have been charged with any type of drug offense,...

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Traffic Violation Reminders

Posted on March 14, 2019

Spring breaks are on the horizon, which means road trips and long weekends away are being planned. As you are excitedly packing your bags for a much needed springtime adventure don't forget about common travel laws to keep yourself and others safe on the roads. Traffic Violations: For our North Carolina natives it’s sometimes easy...

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NC Divorce Guidelines

Posted on February 12, 2019

Marriage is tough, but often times the divorce process feels even worse. You may be approaching a divorce feeling worried, stressed or even angry. Experienced divorce attorneys can help make the process go more smoothly, and give you the confidence to take your new lease on life head on. Every state handles divorce slightly...

Types of Misdemeanors

Posted on January 24, 2019

What exactly is a Misdemeanor? For many of us the line between a misdemeanor and a felony, or even different classes of misdemeanors is blurry. We've taken the time to out line the differences between the different classes of misdemeanors and the most common punishments for each one. A misdemeanor offense can include but isn't...

Equitable Distribution

Posted on December 19, 2018

Determining an equitable distribution of marital assets can be the most technically difficult part of a divorce. If you are dealing with complex property division issues, it is in your best interests to seek the help of an experienced lawyer. At Greene, Wilson, Styron & Thomas, our family law and prenup attorneys are...

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DUI V. DWI is there a difference in NC?

Posted on October 26, 2018

Many people believe that there is a distinct difference between being charged with a DUI or being charged with a DWI. Truth be told, there is not much of a difference between these two offenses besides the acronym used to describe them. A DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. Which can be...

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North Carolina Child Support Guidelines

Posted on August 15, 2018

Child Support guidelines vary between states, if you are divorced, separated or looking to become separated knowing your states child support guidelines is extremely important. All of us here at the law firm of Greene, Wilson, Styron & Thomas are well versed in the ins and outs of North Carolina child support guidelines, and...

Travel Laws and Reminders

Posted on July 13, 2018

Synonymous with summer time is traveling, whether it's for vacation or to visit family the warmer weather always leads to more people on the road. This makes it the perfect time to review travel laws and other reminders for instate, interstate or international travel. Instate For our North Carolina natives it's sometimes easy to forget the...

Ruined Relationships: Don’t Transfer Your Anger for Your Spouse to Your Child

Posted on June 14, 2018

If you’re divorced, you most likely understand how stressful the process can be. The process not only affects you and your ex, but every member of your family. Children often get the worst of it due to custody battles and a general feeling of instability. In a perfect world, divorcing or divorced parents would...