Mark B. Williams & Associates, PLC
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There are many terms the law uses to describe the taking of another person’s life. Two you will hear the most are murder and manslaughter. While it may seem like they mean the same thing, they do not. The differences are important to understand because they will...
When it comes to drug paraphernalia, you could face serious consequences if charged with the possession of unlawful equipment. In fact, some people do not realize just how many different items constitute illegal drug paraphernalia. Distributing drug paraphernalia can...
Be aware of the many consequences associated with the court of Virginia finding you guilty of DUI. While every state has laws against drunk driving, those laws and penalties may vary slightly between states. According to the State of Virginia, it is one of 42 states...
If you are like many Americans, online platforms are a part of your daily social routine. According to the Pew Research Center, about 7 out of every ten U.S. adults use some type of social media. Unfortunately, during divorce, anything you post online may become fair...
Marriages end for numerous reasons. However, if the relationship between you and your one-time partner is especially poor, you may have concerns about him or her attempting to turn any children you share against you. Parental alienation occurs when one parent...
Once you are divorced, a step-parent might become an important person in your child's life. Whether you are the parent who is getting married or if it is your ex who is, it is imperative that everyone works together to foster the relationship between the children and...
The thought of working with your ex when you are divorcing may feel odious. There is one good reason why you should consider making a last effort to deal with him or her -- divorce mediation.When you are working through ending your marriage, you will have to either...
Divorce is hard on everyone involved, but the children can have more difficulties coping than what you may realize. When you think about the complete upheaval that a divorce causes, it is easy to see why. The only life they've ever know is being changed all at...
The marital home is often one of the biggest, if not the biggest, asset that has to be handled during a divorce. Some people go into the divorce with a plan to try to keep the house from their ex out of spite. There is a chance that this train of thought will harm you...
Child custody cases have historically been thought to favor mothers. For fathers who are trying to navigate the world of child custody, making plans for success can be difficult.The fact of the matter is that you have to think about what is best for your children when...
