As most Virginians know, the Old Dominion is not friendly to those who drive under the influence of alcohol. Indeed, according to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, even a first-time conviction for a DUI offense results in a one-year suspension of a person's...
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Why you may need to modify child custody arrangements
Child custody arrangements determine how parents share responsibilities and time with their children. In Virginia, courts approve these arrangements, keeping the best interests of the child at the forefront. However, circumstances often change, requiring modifications...
Collecting Social Security using an ex-spouse’s work record
Many older Virginia residents working their way through divorces have valid concerns about having enough saved for retirement. Divorce often has a substantial impact on your retirement savings and financial future. If your spouse was the primary breadwinner in your...
Can I get in trouble for refusing a breath test?
If an officer arrests you for driving under the influence of alcohol, you will likely need to take a breath test. This test allows the officer to get a reading of the level of alcohol in your body. Virginia law explains it is illegal to refuse to take the test. The...
How do you know if parallel parenting is right for you?
Following a divorce, you may want to cut off communication with your former partner. Unfortunately, when you have children, you cannot sever ties completely with the other person. While some parents choose to co-parent, co-parenting does not work for all families....
Data on marriage and divorce in the U.S.
Whether your relationship with your spouse has fallen apart as a result of disagreements regarding finances or raising children, or your relationship cannot recover from an extramarital affair, it is vital to familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of divorce. From...
To fight or not to fight your traffic ticket in Virginia
Understanding the likelihood of success can help you decide whether or not a Virginia traffic ticket is worth fighting. Here are some scenarios to consider that can help you fight the ticket with confidence - or simply pay it and move on with your life. Evaluate your...
How can you create a successful parallel parenting plan?
Despite knowing that two parents are better than one for your children, it may be difficult to imagine working together with your ex following a divorce. High-conflict divorce makes it difficult for two people to make agreements and work together without fighting....
Can you avoid a DUI stop?
When approaching an upcoming DUI stop, you may want to avoid it for one reason or another. But is it actually legal for you to do this? The good news is: yes, it is. Though you need to avoid it in the proper way, you can and should take steps to keep yourself out of...
Should you look for hidden assets?
When going into a divorce situation, many different aspects will cause additional levels of stress. However, most people find asset division as one of the hardest technical parts of divorce. During this process, it is possible for a spouse to attempt to hide assets...