Losing a job is stressful. Add a child support obligation, and the financial pressure can feel unmanageable. But in Virginia, a support order stays in effect at its current amount until a court changes it. If you or the parent paying you child support loses a job,...
A first DUI in Virginia can disrupt your ability to drive immediately. You face a short-term suspension after arrest and a longer revocation if the court convicts you. Immediate suspension after arrest You lose your license the same day the police arrest you. The law...
Have you ever heard the saying that you should choose your friends wisely? Having a friend who uses illegal drugs could get you charged with drug possession, even if you are not actually the owner of the drugs that are found. Constructive possession is a legal theory...
Open container rules in Virginia may not match your expectations. You often face restrictions when alcoholic beverages are present, and passengers may, in limited cases, fall under exceptions. By learning the boundaries of the law, you may avoid confusion and reduce...
To most people, driving under the influence (DUI) charges are synonymous with excessive alcohol consumption. Everyone knows that drivers who enjoy a few too many beers are at risk of getting stopped and arrested on their way home from the bar, ball game or party where...
Settling practical issues is one of the most difficult elements of any divorce. Spouses have probably accumulated both debts and valuable property during the marriage. They have to find a reasonable solution for dividing both financial responsibilities and personal...
People generally associate drug charges with overtly criminal activity. There are quite a few drugs that are completely prohibited under state law. Anyone involved in the manufacture or distribution of those drugs can face charges. Even possession or being under the...
Establishing paternity in Virginia is an important process that enables a biological father to uphold his rights as a child’s parent. This also sets the stage for a father to take care of certain responsibilities, such as paying child support if he’s no longer with...
Drivers in Virginia are almost universally aware that it is illegal to get behind the wheel after drinking. Those who notice impairment at a party or bar could be at risk of a driving under the influence (DUI) arrest. The law even allows police officers to arrest...
Going through a divorce is tough, especially when kids are involved. One way to make it easier for them is to focus on their well-being. One way of doing that is by choosing to co-parent, which entails both parents continuing to raise their child after divorce even...