February, 2022 | Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC

Is your spouse “gaslighting” you?

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Feb 18, 2022 | Divorce

All couples have disagreements in their marriages. However, most couples manage to work through them without letting minor issues become major conflicts. But there is one factor that can destabilize a marriage and lead it to the breaking point: Gaslighting from one's...

Black ice and car crashes: What you need to know about liability

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Feb 14, 2022 | Personal Injury

There’s no question that winter driving in Virginia can get treacherous. Snowstorms are definitely an issue, but black ice may be worse. While some road hazards are obvious, black ice is often an invisible threat. Drivers usually can’t spot it before they hit a patch...

Am I responsible for my spouse’s student loans if we divorce?

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Feb 8, 2022 | Property Division

For Virginia couples contemplating divorce, the presence of unpaid student loans can loom large. Who is responsible for paying off student loans in a divorce? As with many legal matters, it depends on a variety of factors when determining responsibility for these...

How a partition action could help after inheriting your parents’ house

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Feb 4, 2022 | Partition Actions

Did you inherit your parents' house or vacation home? Did your parents leave the house to you and your siblings together? They probably meant well. But this arrangement can lead to a lot of problems, especially if you and your siblings don't get along. Co-owning...

How can you help your child adjust after divorce?

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Feb 3, 2022 | Child Custody

Adjusting to your new arrangements can be hard for everyone after a divorce. Yet it may be the hardest of all for your child. They are the ones who need to travel between homes. They are the ones who did not have any say in your decision to separate. Here are three...

Can your ex leave the children with their new love interest?

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Feb 1, 2022 | Child Custody

Sharing custody with your ex can be very difficult. You have to see them several times a week, which opens the door to arguments or annoying humblebrags as they try to show off how happy they are now. You also have to clean up the messes they make, like letting the...