When approaching a child custody case in Virginia, preparation and gathering the right evidence are key to presenting a compelling case. Here are essential steps to keep in mind as one aims for a favorable outcome that aligns with the court’s focus on the...
Virginia’s criminal reckless driving law is infamously broad. In Virginia, reckless driving does include some behaviors that most motorists would recognize as dangerous, like street racing or passing a school bus while the bus is stopped to pick up or drop off...
Virginia courts decide custody based on the best interests of the child. There are several factors, set out in Virginia Code § 20-124.3, that a court examines when deciding what type of custody arrangement is in a child’s best interest. One of these factors is the...
If you and your spouse are considering adopting a child in Virgnia, you probably have many questions. The adoption process involves several steps and requirements and it is important to have a general idea of what is involved before deciding whether you want to adopt....
When you are detained or arrested by police officers, it is natural to want to cooperate. The experience is often scary and your anxiety might cause you to start talking, wanting to tell your side of the story. Police officers count on this because your statements...
A premarital agreement, also known as a prenuptial agreement or “prenup,” is a legal contract a couple creates before marriage. This agreement details each party’s financial and property rights. And, while these agreements often get a bad rap, they are actually quite...
Many estate planning experts encourage adults of all ages to prepare for the possibility of incapacity in the future. While no one wants to think about the possibility of not being able to make decisions for themselves, the reality is that many Americans will become...
Long-term care planning is one of many things people must worry about later in life. And, in today’s blog post, we shed light on how you can strategically plan for LTC while considering Medicaid eligibility. Understanding Virginia Medicaid Long-Term Care Programs Our...
As your parents age, you might find yourself worried about the future of their health care, their financial decisions and the distribution of their assets upon their passing. Ultimately, figuring out how to deal with those issues falls on your parents, but if they’re...
Many Americans are in good shape well into their 80s and even beyond, but the longer we live, the more likely we are to develop mobility problems and other health issues that require extensive care. In fact, according to one widely-cited statistics, 70% of Americans...
