In honor of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, this blog post will discuss the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (the “SCRA”), which provides specific protections for those in active duty military service, as well as their dependents. The SCRA’s Specified Protections The SCRA was enacted in 2003 and recognizes that those in active duty military service may not be able to participate in certain civil affairs, and creates certain protections for those who qualify. Default judgment protection. In order to obtain a default judgment against a defendant who failed to make an appearance in the proceeding, the plaintiff must file an affidavit certifying whether or not the defendant…
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Probate Basics: Questions and Answers
Losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult time, even without handling the legalities and formalities of the deceased’s affairs. When you find yourself responsible for handling the deceased’s business at the end of death, where do you start? This post aims to explain the basics of probate, how it works, and what you should do in North Carolina under typical circumstances. What is Probate? Probate is the official legal process by which a will is honored. When a will is probated, an executor (sometimes called a personal representative) is appointed to administer the estate and carry…
