COVID-19 and Jury Trials via Zoom
As the U.S. prepares for what could be a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, many states are once again asking themselves if they’re able to keep businesses open or ...
Are Engagement and Wedding Rings Considered Marital Property?
In Virginia divorce cases, engagement and wedding rings are not treated the same. Whether a ring is considered marital or separate property depends on how it was acquired, whether it ...
5 Things to Know Before Speaking with an Insurance Adjuster
After you’ve been injured in an accident, it’s normal to be dealing with a lot of stress and aggravation. But on top of all of that, you may also find ...
Dealing with a Financially Abusive Spouse? Here’s What You Can Do
The concept of abuse between two people usually conjures up physical or emotional turmoil. However, there is another common type of abuse that can also wreak much harm on its ...
Disputing HOA and Condo Rules Violations
In recent years, property owners’ associations in Virginia (commonly called “homeowners’ associations” or “HOAs”) and condominium associations have come to wield significant powers to adopt rules, enforce them, and even ...
The Internet Remembers: Social Media Dos and Don’ts in Divorce
If you find yourself involved in a family law dispute, whether it is over divorce, custody, spousal or child support, or any other related issue, the Internet – social media ...
Documenting Your Separation
When a couple separates, it’s rarely a simple break. Even if divorce is not immediately on the horizon, the choices made during separation can affect property rights, finances, and parenting ...
Marijuana Possession is a Civil Infraction in Virginia – Can I Smoke Now?
On July 1, 2020, the possession of marijuana becomes a civil infraction punishable by a maximum fine of $25. Some marijuana activists are celebrating this as a major victory and ...
Stay Safe on Your Motorcycle This Summer with these 5 Tips
Summer will be upon us shortly. This means sunshine, beautiful weather, and lots of opportunities to ride your motorcycle. Many people look at riding their motorcycle as more than just ...
Calculating Child Support in Virginia
Each state has its own processes, usually a formula, for calculating child support. In the Commonwealth of Virginia, this formula is governed by Virginia Code § 20-108.2. The most important ...