Hyde Law Firm, P.A. – A Year in Review
We invite you to celebrate the exciting changes 2017 brought to Hyde Law Firm, P.A. Furthermore, As an organization that goes from strength to strength,
Estate Planning for Christmas
Estate planning is not the first thing on your to-do list this holiday season, but maybe it should be. People procrastinate estate planning because they
Divorce and the Holidays: Tips to Thrive
As we enter the holiday season, spending time with family is a high priority for everyone. Unfortunately, if you are involved in a divorce or
Commercial Landlord Duties
Commercial property carries a duty of care that is different from the defined duties of residential landlords. The following may help you avoid pitfalls while
Divorce Jurisdiction and Venue
Divorce is a difficult process with many challenges, and when a divorce crosses state lines, procedural headaches can arise. The first decision is which state
Tax Implications of Alimony
Alimony Tax Implications Alimony, “spousal support” or “separate maintenance payments”, could have significant tax implications whether paid or received. Generally, the payer may deduct spousal
Dividing Retirement and Pension
Dividing retirement and pension at the time of divorce can be a complex issue. The family court may allow the person with the pension to
The Hague Convention: What is ‘settled’ is settled (at least for now)
“The Hague Convention” means that What is “settled” is settled, at least for now. In a June 2016 ruling, the Fourth Circuit upheld a district
Parental Alienation
Based on my experiences in life and as a lawyer, I find most people, including family court judges, do not take kindly to a parent’s
Stoney v. Stoney: Intervention, Alimony, Equitable Distribution
In Stoney v. Stoney, Op. No. 5431 (S.C. Ct. App. filed July 27, 2016) (Shearouse Adv. Sh. 30 at 40), Mr. Stoney’s brother intervened as
