Virginia residents whose marriages are ending might be wondering how to begin financially preparing for a divorce. Most people might come to the conclusion of hiring a lawyer to represent them and to look out for their best interests. However, while a lawyer might...
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Month: February 2016
Custody case proceeds for former same-sex couple
Same-sex couples in Virginia who have children may be interested in the outcome of a case in which a woman is fighting for custody of the daughter born to her former partner while the two were together. The woman is not biologically related to the child, but she cut...
Custody decisions and domestic violence
Virginia parents should be aware of court protections for children who are exposed to domestic abuse. Children who witness domestic abuse are more likely to develop emotional problems such as anger, anxiety and poor self-esteem. They also have difficulty in school and...
When to file bankruptcy
Many Virginia residents feel they are stuck in debt and wonder if bankruptcy is the best solution to their problems. While bankruptcy is a something to consider, there are other options to think about before filing for bankruptcy. The first step a person considering...
How Virginians can protect their financial interests in divorce
Getting divorced is not pleasant, and people may also not know what to do in order to protect themselves financially. There are several things that people should do to make certain they are not taken advantage of during their divorces.The first step people should take...
Domestic abuse and Track Palin’s case
Virginians may have heard about the alleged domestic violence incident between Track Palin and his girlfriend in Wasilla, Alaska. The son of the former Alaskan governor and 2008 vice presidential candidate was charged with fourth-degree assault as well as possessing a...