When a family member or partner acts violently toward you, your first instinct may be to strike back. However, when the police arrive, they may attempt to charge you with domestic assault. If you are facing domestic assault charges in Virginia, proving that you were...
At one time or another, we have all had a disagreement with a friend or family member. If your disagreement escalates into an assault, you could face serious penalties. Proving assault In Virginia, the prosecution must prove several elements to find you guilty of...
Many couples are familiar with prenuptial agreements, which are completed before marriage, but they may not be familiar with a postnuptial agreement. A postnuptial agreement, also called a postnup, applies after the couple is married and outlines their rights and...
If you have been married for many years, you may have also contributed to a retirement account during that time and accumulated a large nest egg. You may be concerned about losing those assets if you and your spouse divorce. Asset distribution When deciding how to...
There are several reasons your driver’s license could be suspended and if you drive on a suspended license, you could face serious consequences. Reasons for suspension One of the most common reasons a driver’s license is suspended is for operating a vehicle under the...
If you’re worried about your child’s safety and well-being, then you might be wondering what you can do to modify your existing child custody order to better protect them. While there are avenues to successfully change a custody arrangement, many people are either too...
The holiday season usually means an increase in DUI stops and arrests. The holidays mean more drivers on Virginia’s roads and more police officers monitoring the roads for impaired drivers. A DUI conviction in Virgnia comes with serious penalties, which increase with...
If you are a wealthy stay at home parent who cheated on your sole provider spouse, you may wonder if you can still get spousal support in Virginia. The answer is not simple, because it depends on several factors, such as the grounds for divorce, the circumstances of...
