If you are a victim of domestic violence, you have a right to pursue a protective order in Virginia, also known as a restraining order. A protective order is issued by a court to protect you from the person who is abusing, harassing or threatening you. The order may...
Credit card fraud is a serious offense, involving the use of another person’s credit card for financial gain. If you are accused of this crime, you could face significant penalties. Credit card fraud overview There are several common forms of credit card fraud. The...
In Virginia, the first thought when discussing driving under the influence is if a driver has gotten behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. However, with the increase in legalized cannabis and more people using it, a rising number of drivers are facing charges for...
Spousal support is meant to provide financial assistance to the lesser-earning spouse and can be temporary or permanent. When deciding whether to award spousal support, how much it should be, and how long the order should last, a court must review numerous factors....
If you and your spouse decide to divorce, it can be difficult, but you also likely expect that they will honestly disclose their assets so they can be divided between both of you. A hidden asset is one your spouse intentionally conceals or does not disclose during the...
All families fight sometimes. However, when the fighting escalates to violence, the perpetrator may be charged with domestic assault. Under Virginia Code Sec. 18.2-57.2, domestic assault, a Class I misdemeanor, is essentially defined as an assault and/or battery...
