When dividing property in a divorce, things can get complicated quickly. Trying to figure out what ownership is of every asset and debt you have in your marriage is not an easy process. It only gets more difficult when you learn there are three categories of property....
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Consequences of ignoring a court order to pay child support
Paying child support is a topic of tension for many divorced couples in Virginia. Some people ignore court orders to pay their ex which can have serious repercussions for everyone involved. When people understand the impact of their refusing to pay child support, they...
How can you co-parent with a narcissist?
Dealing with a co-parent who tries to harm you or insult you every time you see him or her can wear you down in the months following a divorce. Learning about how to deal with a narcissist can help you save time and energy while co-parenting. Think before responding...
A closer look at failure to yield charges
If charged with failure to yield, you could face harsh repercussions. Aside from financial penalties, heading to court, higher insurance rates and points on your driving record, you could face other challenges. For example, you could have difficulty finding work in a...
How divorce impacts healthcare insurance
A divorce ushers in a sometimes bewildering array of changes in your life. Keeping track of important changes such as making sure mail gets forwarded to updating your beneficiaries can seem like a full-time job. One area you do not want to forget about involves your...
What rights do I have regarding BAC testing in Virginia?
Under the Code of Virginia, individuals operating a vehicle on a highway give their implied consent to provide breath and blood samples when requested by law enforcement. To determine your blood alcohol content level through breath or blood testing, an officer must...
3 tips for co-parenting with your ex
Navigating your post-divorce relationship with a former spouse is difficult, especially when you have children. You likely never envisioned yourself going through a divorce, and feel overwhelmed at the thought. You can put your best foot forward in your co-parenting...
Statistics on child support in Virginia
Whether you receive child support payments from your former partner or you have to make payments each month, it is crucial to understand your rights and options available to you if challenges arise. Moreover, you should go over statistics on child support in order to...
Should you update your estate plan during a divorce?
Many people consider divorce as a period in which they can engage in change. It is a period of upheaval and stress, but it is also often a period of growth, rebirth and redirection. You may also take the time to handle matters you may have been putting off, such as...
How to handle home equity in a divorce
When you and your husband or wife decide to part ways in Virginia, you need to work through certain matters, such as asset division. If the two of you own a home together and have amassed equity in it, figuring out what to do with that equity may be of primary...
