discharging a weapon into an occupied dwelling, plain error, lack of prejudice

exceptions to standing in lawsuits naming an estate; N.C. Gen. Stat. § 28A-13-3(a)(7), (15); interlocutory order

statute of limitations, statutory interpretation, time-barred

alimony, attorney fees, post separation support, arrearages

termination of parental rights; grounds for termination; willful abandonment; willfulness; abuse of discretion; best interest of juvenile; guardian ad litem; attorney advocate

neglected juvenile; sexual abuse; challenged findings of fact; clear and convincing evidence; environment injurious to the juvenile’s welfare; abuse or neglect of a sibling; prior abuse and additional risk factors; credibility of the witnesses

guardianship, visitation, reasonable progress

Termination of Parental Rights, Failure to Provide Reasonable Support

Private Termination Action; Willful Abandonment; Incarceration; Best Interest Determination