One of the recent news reports that has gained national attention draws attention to the way medical conditions may affect drivers on the roads. Most people know that diabetics could pass out when driving, those with epilepsy could have a seizure and other medical...
Year: 2015
Guilty plea in Newport News racketeering case
While the ultimate goal of many criminal defense strategies is to see charges dismissed, that isn't always possible. When evidence or situations make it impossible for all charges to be dismissed, it might be in a person's best interest to negotiate with prosecutors...
What are some domestic violence defenses?
If you're accused of being involved in a domestic violence case, it's important for you to defend yourself. This kind of charge can lead to a conviction that does hinder your life and make it more difficult to work a job or even find housing. On top of that, you could...
Custody and your children: What you need to know
Determining child custody and support in Virginia is based on a number of factors. Your child's safety is paramount, so the relationships you have can affect your custody.One thing you should know is that if you decide to move out of the area, you could hurt your...
Drunk driving charges filed after alleged hit-and-run
Drunk driving charges can be frightening, and in a situation when you might have had a couple of drinks -- or more than a couple -- before driving, you might not act logically. When people are driving under the influence and an incident occurs, they might flee the...
What is a defense of consent?
If you're accused of sexual assault, then the first thing you will probably want to do is to start explaining yourself. You should be careful, though, because anything you say can, and may well, be used against you. There are several good defenses for sexual assault...
Paternity: Necessary for determining your place as a father
In Virginia and other states, determining paternity is an important step in your future as a parent. Paternity legally establishes your rights as the father of a child.Unlike a child's biological mother, who is usually easy to identify except for in some rare...
Put your kids first this holiday season
Children who have divorced parents might dread the holiday season. In some cases, the parents might be able to alleviate some of the dread if they are willing to work together to make the holiday season a fun season for the children. Since Christmas is almost here,...
Don’t let domestic violence charges hinder your future
Domestic violence and abuse can lead to charges that have a heavy impact on your life. If you've been in an argument with someone you care about and you've now been charged, you're probably shocked that you have to defend yourself. The truth is that any time someone...
You can fight back against claims of statutory rape
Statutory rape is a category of rape that refers to sexual relationships involving those who are under the age of consent. These minors are not old enough to consent to having sex, so even if they were willing, the other party can be accused of rape.There are some...
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