If your child is turning 18, it is important to understand how this could affect child support obligations whether you receive or make payments. When it comes to child support, there are various factors that can impact how much support a parent has to pay. In...
Driving is an essential activity for many people. However, driving is a privilege, not a right, and it comes with great responsibility. One of the most critical requirements for exercising this privilege is having a valid driver's license. Unfortunately, there are...
When deciding custody matters, the only thing the court considers is what is best for the children involved. They do not make decisions based on the interests of the parents. The best interest of the child designation uses a few factors to help the court determine...
Getting divorced in Virginia means dividing up most of the property you and your spouse acquired during your marriage. But things in your possession seem like they cannot be treated the same as the retirement accounts, the cars and the furniture. Pets are a common...
Knowing your rights during a Virginia traffic stop may go a long way when it comes to helping you avoid unnecessary hardship. More specifically, if the law enforcement officer who pulls your car over wants to look through it, it pays to know when you do and do not...
When you get a traffic ticket, your immediate move may be to pay for it and go on with your life. But paying a ticket is admitting guilt, and it may not be the right decision. You should always consider the situation and take time to determine if you want to fight the...
Many individuals go through a contested divorce process. Sometimes, it is the best option for moving on in life. Here are a few things to help people facing this situation prepare. What is it? As with any divorce, a spouse files a divorce petition with their county...
Your vehicle is your personal property, so you may think that whatever you do in it is your business. However, there are many laws regulating what you can and cannot do in your vehicle. These laws seek to help keep you and others safe. For example, you cannot drink...
One of the primary sources of confusion with any sex crime charge is the matter of consent. While consent at its core is little more than yes or no, consent in the context of sex offenses is far more complex. Consent may be a critical factor in the charges you are...
Virginia Code outlines multiple situations where an officer may give you a ticket for reckless driving. Keep in mind that this charge is more serious than a simple ticket for speeding or other minor infractions. The general definition of reckless driving is operating...