The previous blog discussed the facts of Jay v. Jay.
What Did the Courts Decide in Jay v. Jay?
Both the Court of Appeals (in 2025) and the North Carolina Supreme Court (in March 2026) upheld the initial order
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What If a Judge Doesn’t Believe You in a North Carolina DVPO Hearing? (Part 2 of 2)
Our last blog reviewed the underlying facts of the case Brown v. Rodriguez, a 2024 unpublished opinion. This blog will explain what happened when the case was appealed.
Why Did the Plaintiff’s Appeal Fail in Court?
After the judge’s…
Is a Permanent Custody Order Always Permanent in North Carolina? (Part 2 of 2)
Our last blog covered the facts of Williamson v. Smith (909 S.E.2d 926). Father argued that the custody order was permanent, while the mother argued that it was not.
The Court of Appeals sided with the mother. Why? Whether…
Law Firm Carolinas Welcomes Family Law Attorney Jennifer Payne
The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Willa Beatrice Player
America’s First Black Woman Elected President of a Four-Year College
Some lives seem to start ordinary only to end up making an impact that’s felt for generations to come. Willa Beatrice Player is one of these extraordinary people. In honor…
Fun Things For Divorced Dads To Do With Their Kids This Father’s Day
The Best Activities in the North Carolina Triad Area Everyone Will Enjoy
For a dad, there’s nothing better than letting loose, relaxing, and spending time with your kids. For divorced dads, getting the quality time you deserve can sometimes be…
What the Movie “Michael” Reveals About Childhood Trauma and Domestic Violence
By Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA
The new film Michael has renewed public interest in one of the most influential entertainers in history. Audiences will undoubtedly leave theaters talking about the music, the performances, and the controversies that surrounded…
When Interpleader Serves the Insurer More Than the Beneficiary: Court Denies MetLife Fees in ERISA Life Insurance Dispute
In Metropolitan Life Insurance Company v. Diane Cooper, et al., No. 1:25cv1161, 2026 WL 1346605 (M.D.N.C. May 14, 2026), a federal magistrate judge drew a clear line between interpleader as a legitimate procedural tool and interpleader as a cost-shifting…
BridgeTower Media names Sandy Almendarez vice president of content
Summary
GREENSBORO, N.C. — BridgeTower Media, the authoritative source for business insights, data-driven marketing solutions, and events across more than 40 specialized B2B brands, including Missouri Lawyers Media, has hired Sandy Almendarez as…

