The merger of two Virginia businesses occurs when one entity buys the other or they otherwise choose to combine their operations into one individual structure. Business mergers can make good business sense when merging financially benefits the parties. Unfortunately,...
Many parents struggle to find a healthy, comfortable balance while raising their child separately, and, in many cases, one or both parents may exhibit unacceptable behavior that violates their parenting agreement. Some of the most common violations occur when one...
As Labor Day approaches, many kids in Virginia have returned to school or are preparing to do so. Getting back into the routine of school can be hard for kids as they let go of their freedom and replace it with the structure of daily classes, assignments, and...
Different tests and assessments may be used to determine if a driver is driving while under the influence of alcohol. While many Virginia residents may be familiar with blood and breath tests, they may not know as much about field sobriety tests. Field sobriety tests...
One of the most important aspects of a divorce is the division and settlement of the former partners' property. Over time, married couples can accumulate many items of personal property, various real estate holdings, significant investments, and even large amounts of...
Child custody orders are not set in stone. They are made based on what was considered to be in the best interests of the child at the time of creation. If a family's situation changes, parents have the option to file a petition to modify the custody order. However,...
Virginia residents should execute wills and other estate planning documents. That is because these testamentary tools may be used to distribute their estates and wealth according to their own intentions after they pass away. Without estate plans, an individual's...
Matters of divorce and other family law issues can inflict chaos into the lives of children. Because of this, Virginia courts work hard to ensure that their rulings protect children's best interests. This is especially true when courts must make important decisions...
It is important that individuals who wish to create and execute wills in Virginia speak with attorneys who work in the estate planning field. That is because the Commonwealth imposes certain requirements on wills in order for them to be considered valid. When a will...
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a dangerous, although common, decision. Virginia law enforcement officers take a number of steps in order to minimize the risk that drunk drivers create for others on the road. They may set up patrols looking for inebriated...