Having a seasonal drink or two at a holiday party is a fun tradition for many people. However, it's important to make sure you are practicing safe drinking habits so that the holiday remains a happy one. Here are five basic tips for enjoying your seasonal parties...
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Month: October 2018
When can one seek an expungement in Virginia?
When a person in Virginia is charged with a crime, he or she will incur a criminal record. Even if the person is ultimately acquitted, those who perform a background check can still learn that the person had been charged with a crime. This could present problems in...
Is there a presumption in favor of mothers in child custody laws?
Years ago, it was often assumed by many courts in Virginia and elsewhere that, when parents divorced, the mother was the most suitable parent to receive sole custody of the child, while fathers were relegated to visitation periods on weekends and perhaps one evening a...
Can Virginians pursue a ‘no-fault’ divorce?
Some marriages come to an end due to a specific act of one spouse. For example, one spouse may be unfaithful to their partner or may be abusive. While Virginia law does recognize several different specific fault-based grounds for divorce, it also recognizes what is...
An overview of drug schedules in Virginia
For the purposes of charging a person with a drug crime, the potential charges and penalties faced depend on what type of alleged drug was confiscated. The Virginia Drug Control Act categorizes controlled substances into five different levels, from most serious to...
When does a DUI become involuntary manslaughter in Virginia?
A motor vehicle accident can turn into a tragedy, if a person dies as a result. When this happens, people may be quick to assign fault to the driver that allegedly caused the accident. In some cases, an individual may be charged with a crime in connection to a fatal...
Prenups and postnups are about more than just dividing assets
What is behind many divorces? Some may say disagreements about money and a lack of communication between spouses are two primary reasons a couple may decide to end their marriage. However, executing a prenuptial agreement (called a premarital agreement in Virginia) or...
My ex is hassling me about child support. Should I worry?
As you may have discovered, few single parents have little to no issues regarding child support. Finances can be difficult for both custodial and non-custodial parents, and your ex-spouse may be feeling bitter about paying child support. However, does this...
Where can parents turn for assistance with child support matters?
The Division of Child Support Enforcement is the agency in Virginia that provides child support services to parents in the commonwealth. It provides services to both custodial parents and noncustodial parents. Therefore, it is a crucial component in ensuring that...
Sensors being developed in Virginia to detect drunk driving
Technology in automobiles is developing at a rapid rate. People in Virginia may already own vehicles that have sensors allowing them to see behind them when parking or detecting when they are swerving outside their lane. Now, a new sensor is being developed to combat...
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