March, 2022 | Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC

Understanding supervised visitation in Virginia

On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Mar 28, 2022 | Child Custody

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...