Parents in Virginia who have divorced may have found that despite their break-up, they still must communicate and cooperate with one another so that they can raise their child in a healthy environment. Whether this means making sure drop off and pick up times for...
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Plan ahead for your holiday child custody schedule
The holiday season is quickly approaching. Halloween has passed us, and Thanksgiving and the winter holidays will be here before we know it. For divorced parents, this means setting up a holiday child custody schedule or reviewing an existing one. This step is best...
Are there clues that indicate a greater likelihood of divorce?
When two people in Virginia get married, they are usually in love with each other and anticipate sharing their lives "until death do us part." However, the reality is that not every marriage is meant to last. This may lead some to wonder, are there some factors that...
Virginia man faces charges for pointing laser at aircraft
Sometimes a seemingly innocent activity can land one in legal hot water. This certainly was the case for a man in Fairfax County, who is facing criminal charges simply for using a laser pointer.According to reports, the man pointed a blue laser light on a police...
When can a Virginia court deviate from child support guidelines?
Like other states in the nation, Virginia has statutory guidelines for calculating child support. However, every person's family and economic situation is different. Therefore, it is possible to rebut the presumption that the guidelines will be followed.Per Virginia...
How to prepare for executing a prenuptial agreement
While love can do many things, sometimes a couple's life changes in significant ways. Couples in Virginia may find as the years go on that they have fundamental disagreements on major life issues, or they may find they have simply drifted apart. No matter what the...
Are sobriety checkpoints in Virginia legal?
Several times a year, often around holidays, police in Virginia set up "sobriety checkpoints." At these checkpoints, police will stop a certain percentage of motorists (such as every sixth motorist). At these stops, police will look for signs of drunk driving. Usually...
Sex and the age of consent
There is a lot of confusion about the age of consent for sexual activity. This post seeks to clear up some of the confusion, but readers with more questions may want to speak with a lawyer.When young people of certain ages engage in sexual activity it may violate what...
Compensation for wrongly incarcerated people
Not all states provide compensation for those who have dealt with wrongful incarceration, but Virginia does. It is a possibility, but not a right, for those who have overturned convictions. The reasons for the reversal can be innumerable, including improper police...
Key aspects of divorce mediation
During divorce proceedings, often times parties need assistance coming to decisions. In some cases, divorce mediation may be a viable option, or a requirement. If you are contemplating divorce, or going through the process, you may want to consider mediation. To aid...
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