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The months of August and September typically mark the start of a new school year for children in Virginia and elsewhere throughout the country. As a motorist, it's always important to scan the road for people, vehicles or objects that might be in your path. However,...
Virginia parents who are divorced or separated are required to adhere to their custody and visitation orders. Sometimes, a parent will perpetrate custodial inference. It’s important to know your rights. What is custodial interference? Custodial interference refers to...
Divorces can involve lawyers, court dates and a lot of time and money. Couples who agree on most things may just need some help with the divorce papers. In Virginia, couples tend to be somewhere in the middle. Many disagreements between people come from property...
Closing a real estate deal is the final step in a property sale in Virginia. The final meeting between the buyer and seller is the chance to get the keys to your new home. There is no definite timescale for completing a home purchase, with the buyer's mortgage lender...
Summertime is when most people in Virginia are out and about, exploring and enjoying the warm weather. However, this time also comes with its share of hazards, especially on the road. Some tips to keep you and others safe include: Preparing for the warm weather...
Submitting an offer to buy a Virginia home is the first step in a process that may take several weeks or months to complete. After the offer is accepted, you will likely need to inspect the property, obtain a mortgage and attend a formal closing session. Depending on...
In Virginia, the criminal charge of assault and battery is a misdemeanor. This means that if you are convicted of this charge, you could face up to 12 months in jail and a $2,500 fine. Why are assault and battery charges against a family member misdemeanors in...
Divorces can be very messy and complicated legal cases under certain conditions. There are often disagreements regarding even basic aspects of a marriage that can be exposed to the public when a case goes to a full trial. Many Virginia couples who have been married...
If you are getting married, there is a good chance that you will be discussing the idea of a prenuptial agreement with your partner. A prenup can be a valuable tool for protecting your assets in the event of a divorce. However, it is important to understand what a...
It's not abnormal for Virginian couples considering marriage to think about what would happen if they were to divorce. Thankfully, a few statistics about divorce paint a better picture now than they did a few years ago. Overall divorce rate is low Nationwide, divorce...