Going through separation and divorce is not always simple. In some cases, people may need protection from an abusive spouse or partner. If this is you and you have children, you might not be the only one who needs protection. Here’s what you need to know about orders...
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Month: November 2021
Choosing a guardian for your children? Consider these 2 points
Parents who have children still living at home have probably thought about a lot of things related to the future -- including what might happen to their kids if they aren’t there to raise them for whatever reason. Setting up an estate plan and naming a guardian for...
Minimizing your distractions can help you avoid distracted drivers
Everyone knows that driving while distracted can lead to serious car accidents. In fact, of the thousands of collisions each year, about 80% of all car crashes are caused by distracted driving. While you can't keep other drivers from becoming distracted, it’s...
Were you injured in a multi-vehicle accident in Virginia?
Car accidents involving only two vehicles present several challenges for victims seeking compensation in an injury lawsuit. For example, you must prove that the other driver negligently caused the crash that injured you. In accidents involving three or more...
What happens when divorced parents disagree about vaccinations?
On October 29th, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine for children as young as age 5. This comes at a time when many parents continue to ask questions about the vaccine. So, what happens when...
What childrearing matters do co-parents disagree about most?
No two people are alike, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that parents may have different parenting styles when raising their children -- particularly when those parents are divorced. There are some disciplinary issues that parents seem to argue about more than...
Passenger dies in alcohol-related wreck, driver charged
A tragic multiple-vehicle accident recently occurred in Virginia, taking the life of a woman and injuring two children. The driver of the car that started the pile-up was cited by police for driving under the influence, drug possession and various traffic violations....
Who is to blame after a commercial truck crash?
Understanding who is at fault in a crash is important. After all, their insurance policy will usually be the one to cover much of the expenses that result. Given that commercial crashes often cause the total destruction of the smaller vehicle and severe injuries to...
Are your digital assets included in your estate plan?
All adults should have estate plans. Even though most people hope they will live a long time, the reality is that suddenly it might be too late. Whether you’re a young adult, a senior citizen or somewhere in between, you should ensure that your wishes are properly...
3 ways to make the divorce process easier on your children
Getting divorced is a life-altering decision that can cause significant amounts of stress. When children are involved, tension and conflict may be heightened. Feelings of anger and frustration can often cause adults to make mistakes that may negatively impact...