Divorcing when you have pets can be a nightmare, especially if they were purchased during your marriage. Unlike in some other states, pets are still considered to be personal property in Virginia. That means that they're subject to property division, just like other...
Month: July 2019
Property concerns for those considering a divorce
There is often a great deal of value in a family home -- both sentimental and monetary. For many couples, their home is one of their largest investments. As such, what happens to the family home and other property following a Virginia divorce is often a hotly...
Remember to plan for a divorce before you approach the subject
Divorces are emotionally and financially challenging. Most people know that suggesting a divorce or bringing up the option of getting a divorce could cause extreme stress and anxiety in their lives. That's probably why many people wait so long to address problems in...
Paternity suit filed by former fiancee of Tyreek Hill
While many families in Virginia and across the country have a traditional composition, there are a variety of families that do not. Regardless of family composition, parents often face unique situations -- that may ultimately require court action. For example, the...
Drunk driving alleged in fatal Virginia car crash
The loss of a loved one is never an easy event. Unfortunately, one family was hit with a double loss when a woman from out-of-state traveled to Virginia to help settle her grandfather's estate following his death. Now, her uncle reportedly faces accusations of drunk...
Man arrested for failing to pay child support
Most people in Virginia and across the country would likely acknowledge that raising children is an expensive endeavor. Many would likely struggle to do so on a single income. As such, courts often order parents to pay child support to ensure that a child's basic...
When could you find yourself facing assault charges in Virginia?
Many people use the words assault and battery as though they were interchangeable or inextricably intertwined. While the two definitely relate to one another, their meanings do vary somewhat from state to state and can either overlap or exist independent of one...
