If you and your spouse are ending your marriage, you face either a contested or uncontested divorce. Either way, the subject of alimony may come into play. When deciding on an alimony award, the court will consider several factors. A recent change in the tax law will...
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Should we consider parallel parenting?
No matter what caused your divorce, it is likely that there are some hard feelings on both sides of it. In the majority of cases, parents are able to work together for the good of their children despite any lingering animosity on either side. However, this is not...
Should you keep the marital home in a gray divorce?
Splitting up with your spouse at an older age can pose particular challenges when it comes to dividing your assets. If you are closer to retirement, you know you have fewer working years left than if you divorced while young, so questions like what to do with the...
Can I sue a teacher who disciplined my child?
As schools in Virginia have faced so many changes in recent years, it is becoming quite common to see conflicts between faculty and staff and parents and children. Typically, parties can negotiate a resolution after a disagreement, but if you are at odds with your...
Back child support and your passport
If you fall behind on child support, there are various repercussions to recognize. Aside from wage garnishment and even the threat of imprisonment, other challenges arise for some parents, such as problems involving their passport. Whether you need to travel for...
Unexpected results of divorce
Divorce may seem like the worst thing to happen in your life, and it is perfectly normal to feel that way. However, it can also bring about some really positive things. Women's Health explains that many people will experience unexpected results from a divorce that...
Why did my license points go up?
Acquiring too many license points from traffic tickets will lead to undesirable outcomes like the suspension of your driver’s license and an increase in your car insurance rates. Obeying the state traffic laws helps keep your driving record free of points. Still, one...
Dealing with custody during the holidays
With the holiday season upon us, you likely look forward to added time away from work to spend with your family. Yet getting the most out of that time can be difficult if you share custody of your kids with your ex-spouse. Coming up with a holiday visitation schedule...
A new job offer may mean modifying a child custody agreement
The dream job you had your eye on is now yours, but it means relocating from Arlington to Norfolk, VA. Your 10-year-old son will go with you and the current child custody agreement will require modification. Will the court approve? Considerations from the court Judges...
Virginia struggles to get rid of its school-to-prison reputation
Some children pass through their teen years without incident. They score good grades, stay out of trouble and have no major issues with others. Sometimes, in the same household, lives another teenager whose reality is the exact opposite. These teenagers may struggle...
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