After decades of research, it is clear that seat belts really do save lives. According to the National Safety Council, buckling up reduces your chances of dying in a motor vehicle accident by as much as 65%. Accordingly, it is not difficult to see why virtually all...
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Year: 2022
How can you protect your retirement assets in a divorce?
Both you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse likely have your own priorities when it comes to settling divorce matters. It is common for divorcing individuals to fight for ownership of the family home or business, but you should also consider how you might keep your...
What should you know about home equity?
Asset division is an inevitable part of any divorce, which many couples look forward to the least for various reasons. Owning a home together and amassing equity there is a chief asset to handle, too. Fortunately, there are several things a couple can do to make this...
Does parental alienation worsen during the holidays?
If you share custody of your children with a co-parent, the two of you undoubtedly have butted heads at one point or another. Few things can be more contentious than the holidays, though. After all, both you and your co-parent probably have some clear ideas about how...
How does the Virginia determine your child’s best interests?
During a custody battle, you and your former spouse might disagree on your child's best interests. Divorce alters the family dynamic entirely and if there are bitter feelings between you and your ex, your child could become a pawn in the divorce. When you take custody...
These sneaky moves can get you a traffic ticket
Sometimes driving can feel mundane. You might feel impatient and think you can sneak a quick move and escape a ticket. There could be some traffic laws that you feel have no merit. Because they do not make sense to you it makes sense to ignore them. However, a loose...
Paternity and the Virginia Birth Father Registry
Paternity has many legal and emotional consequences. Fathers have certain obligations to their children but cannot perform many of those duties unless Virginia recognizes their paternity. If you want your child to inherit from you, receive social security, share...
Going over some benefits of divorce for women
If you have thought about ending your marriage, or currently find yourself involved in a divorce, it is pivotal to reflect on many facets of the process. Aside from legal issues, such as those related to children or finances, it is pivotal to think about how moving on...
How can you help your children adjust to your divorce?
Getting divorced means that you will experience many changes in your life, as well as your children. You may have concerns about how your children will cope with this new arrangement, especially if you plan to share parenting time with your ex. Many children...
Should we “nest?”
Managing a divorce with children involved is especially difficult. Not only do you have to concern yourself with how you will move forward with your own life after divorce, but you also have to rebuild your children’s lives, as well. Depending on your ongoing...