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Harrian Law Firm

Harrian Law Firm

The Harrian Law Firm found itself at the center of a social media storm after a video of its owner’s wife making racist comments spread online. The Facebook video racked up more than 20,000 shares, 12,000 reactions, and close to 9,000 comments. A personal moment turned into a nightmare that would shake a professional business to its core. The backlash hit The Harrian Law Firm PLC hard. This small practice of less than 10 people couldn’t handle the flood of about 1,300 negative reviews online. Their phone lines jammed with so many calls that no one could get through. The owner, Robert Harrian, woke…

Alienation of Affection NC

Alienation of Affection NC

North Carolina still enforces alienation of affection laws in 2025. Only six states in the country maintain this rare legal provision. The law gives spouses the right to sue anyone who they believe destroyed their marriage. These cases can lead to serious collateral damage for everyone involved. You might call it the “homewrecker law,” but this seemingly outdated concept sees roughly 200 lawsuits filed yearly in North Carolina. Plaintiffs must prove three key elements to win their case in court. Anyone who wants to pursue this legal action should know about the three-year statute of limitations in North Carolina. The…

Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act For Increased Payment To Public Sector Retirees

Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act

President Biden has signed the Social Security Fairness Act to boost payments for public sector retirees. This new law ends decades-old rules that cut retirement benefits. The law removes both the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). These rules had affected more than 3.2 million Americans who got pension payments from jobs where they didn’t pay Social Security taxes. The change means many people will get much bigger monthly checks. Some retirees will see their payments grow by up to $587 each month. The Social Security Fairness Act will help about 230,000 Ohioans and millions across the…

What Are The Two Basic Styles of Firearm Actions?

basic styles of firearm actions

Firearm actions work as the heart of any weapon. New shooters and hunters must know the two simple styles of firearm actions. These mechanisms load, fire, and eject cartridges. They directly affect how a firearm works in different situations. Hunter education courses focus on two simple styles: manual and semi-automatic systems. Manual actions come in several forms – bolt, lever, pump, and break-action mechanisms. Many hunters choose these for their simplicity, reliability, and accuracy. Semi-automatic actions work differently. They use the kinetic energy from fired cartridges to eject spent casings and load new ones. This allows shooters to fire follow-up…

Navigating Grandparents Visitation Rights During Divorce

Navigating custody cases involving grandparents is often complex. An experienced family law attorney can help navigate the process and provide legal advice tailored to your unique situation. A court will only award grandparents visitation rights if it determines that such an arrangement serves the child’s best interests. Maintaining a healthy relationship with your grandchildren can significantly strengthen your case. Know Your Rights Depending on where you live, grandparents may be able to petition for court-ordered visitation. Typically, this is done when access to the child has been cut off by the parent(s), but can also be a result of a…