When Virginia courts are tasked with determining custody and visitation rights for parents, among the factors they consider is a history of violent behavior. They’re particularly concerned with abuse or neglect of other family members. However, under Virginia law, “an...
Are there legal consequences for hiding assets during divorce?
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Mar 24, 2022 | Property Division
Even though divorces do not have to be bitter, the end of a marriage can bring out anyone's worst tendencies. This is especially true if there was infidelity during the marriage. To try to get even, the aggrieved spouse may hide assets in the lead-up to the divorce....
When heirs disagree about the contents of a will
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Mar 21, 2022 | Estate Planning
It is a scenario that is unfortunately all too common: A loved one dies, and before the funeral arrangements are even complete, family members are arguing about who gets what. This family tension can add significant stress to an already painful situation. The fighting...
Are you fighting with your siblings about a jointly held property?
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Mar 9, 2022 | Partition Actions
Ideally, a family will not run into any serious disputes after a loved one passes away, but the reality is that this happens quite often. Some estate disputes can be between siblings who were the joint beneficiaries of the deceased. Family infighting is emotionally...
Could you lose custody of the kids due to illness?
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Mar 3, 2022 | Child Custody
The human body is a pretty incredible piece of machinery, but – just like any other piece of machinery – it can break down. You can get hurt or sick without any kind of warning. If you’re a divorced parent, could your illness or injury cost you custody of your...
Fiduciary duties and estate planning
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Mar 2, 2022 | Estate Planning
Estate planning can be a daunting prospect, with many not knowing where to start. Typically, nobody wants to think about death, at least not for any significant amount of time. Despite this, the benefits of estate planning are undeniable. Security can be offered for...
Recent Posts
Categories
Archives
- June 2022
- May 2022
- April 2022
- March 2022
- February 2022
- January 2022
- December 2021
- November 2021
- October 2021
- September 2021
- August 2021
- July 2021
- June 2021
- May 2021
- April 2021
- March 2021
- February 2021
- January 2021
- December 2020
- November 2020
- October 2020
- September 2020
- August 2020
- July 2020
- June 2020
- May 2020
- April 2020
- March 2020
- February 2020
- January 2020
- December 2019
- November 2019
- October 2019
- September 2019
- August 2019
- July 2019
- June 2019
- May 2019
- April 2019
- March 2019
- February 2019
- January 2019
- December 2018
- November 2018
- October 2018
- September 2018
- August 2018
- July 2018
- June 2018
- May 2018
- April 2018
- March 2018
- February 2018
- January 2018
- December 2017
- November 2017
- October 2017
- September 2017
- August 2017
- July 2017
- June 2017
- May 2017
- April 2017
- March 2017
- February 2017
- January 2017
- December 2016
- November 2016
- October 2016
- September 2016
- August 2016
- July 2016
- June 2016
- May 2016
- April 2016
- March 2016
- February 2016
- January 2016
- December 2015
- November 2015
- October 2015
- September 2015
- August 2015
- July 2015
- June 2015
- May 2015
- April 2015
- March 2015
- February 2015
- January 2015
- December 2014
- November 2014
- October 2014
- September 2014
- August 2014
- July 2014
- June 2014
- May 2014
- April 2014