To some extent, we are conditioned to care about what other people think of us. We generally want to be liked, looked up to, admired and even envied. That's why many of us try to paint a rosy picture of our lives to our friends, acquaintances and followers on social...
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4 types of assets to consider in a divorce
If you’re going to begin working on your divorce, then there are a few different assets you’ll want to remember to include in your negotiations. Splitting these assets is important, because you want to get your fair share. While there are dozens of kinds of assets you...
Are you out of luck if someone causes a crash without insurance?
Insurance protects everyone on the road from the risk of a crash. Virginia has a liability-based insurance system. That means that when someone else hits your vehicle or causes a crash, their insurance policy is the one that pays for the property damage and injuries...
How do I make the decision to divorce?
Even in the most unhappy or toxic circumstances, there can be a feeling of comfort and safety. We're all programmed to seek out stability and predictability, so if a person is in a marriage that is loveless but functional, they may be inclined to stay, even though...
Why does Child Protective Services get involved in family issues?
Maybe you're just cleaning up from dinner when there's a knock on the door. Perhaps you come home from a long day at work to find a business card and a note waiting for you. Learning that Child Protective Services (CPS) is looking into your family is a frightening...
What happens if you refuse a breath test in Virginia at a traffic stop?
It’s never pleasant to look up and see blue and red lights flashing in your rearview mirror. A traffic stop can turn serious, however, if the officer suspects that you may be intoxicated. The next thing you know, you may be asked to submit to a breath test to try to...
Do you need to consider an affirmative defense strategy?
When someone gets charged with a criminal offense, they have the right to defend themselves in court. Depending on the circumstances, there are a number of strategies that can help someone prove that they didn't commit the crime in question. An alibi can prove that...
The best parenting tips after separation
When you have separated from the other parent of your child, your relationship with your children and the parenting strategy that you take is likely to change. If you are sharing custody with the other parent, you will need to get used to having a routine where you...
Different co-parenting styles and parent-child relationships
When it comes to co-parenting for divorced couples, there is no guidebook. Each situation is unique, and parents often learn on the fly. If there is one constant, it is that divorced parents must continue to work together to ensure that whatever parenting style they...
How does a criminal conviction affect your divorce?
When you married your spouse, you likely vowed to support him or her for better or worse. You probably said nothing, though, about sticking with your partner after he or she commits a crime. Still, you likely want to know how a criminal conviction may affect your...
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