Parents in Roanoke and surrounding communities spanning Southwest Virginia understandably focus closely on their children. That is what parents do, of course, with the fostering of their offspring’s best interests being constant at every stage of growth. That love and...
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Domestic violence situations have increased during pandemic
With stay-at-home orders and self-isolation common themes during the COVID-19 pandemic the past several months, more spouses and partners are spending more time together – and not by their choosing. These are stressful times. And stress leads to tension, tension leads...
Is financial infidelity a precursor to divorce?
No matter how much you love your spouse, you may not love how they handle money. In the past, they might have made expensive purchases and lied about them to you. Or, they might have made risky investments – without your knowledge – that ended up harming your...
Focusing on finances early on is important in divorce process
When people in Virginia decide to get divorced, they may understandably be worried about how to handle their financial interests. Naturally, focusing on both money and emotional challenges in a divorce can be overwhelming. However, the monetary decisions made during...
Man facing drunk driving charges following fatal accident
A man in Virginia was recently accused of causing a fatal car wreck due to drunk driving. He is therefore now facing drunk driving charges. However, the man facing charges is still deemed innocent until and unless his guilt is proved in a court of law.The...
These 3 “R’s” keep your case moving forward
Divorces are tough on everyone, but as a person who believed that your marriage was built to last, it can be devastating. You may still love your spouse and want the best for them, but their decision to leave was final.Now that you're in this position, you may be...
Ending a marriage with dignity after deciding to get divorced
Apparently, next to thinking about death, divorce causes people the most stress. The fact is, it doesn't have to be that way. Married couples in Virginia who decide to get divorced can do so with dignity and respect for each other. Divorce happens to many couples, and...
Divorce process myths regarding finances
As people prepare for the dissolution of a marriage in Virginia, they may immediately start to question how their finances will be handled. What will happen to the money they have spent years accumulating together, and what about their debts? Here is a look at some...
Academic cheating: When is cheating a crime?
Cheating is fairly commonplace in schools. When you think about those attending college, they may range in age anywhere from around 16 to 22. There are people younger and older as well.For the most part, teens and young adults still have some growing up to do....
Lack of cooperation can cause people to get divorced
The process of getting divorced is never simple from an emotional standpoint. This is the common thread among marital dissolutions in Virginia and elsewhere. However, the reasons why people get divorced can vary greatly from one couple to the next. A key divorce...
