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Don’t forget about life insurance in a divorce
When parties to a divorce in Virginia believe that they have everything finalized because the major issues are settled, there are still numerous smaller details that must be handled correctly. Any of these issues can become a larger problem if the parties cannot get...
Protecting your parenting time with the child you love
The aftermath of a divorce or separation is rarely simple, especially when it involves children and custody concerns. For some parents, finalizing a divorce does not put an end to unfair behavior by one or both parties. Often, one parent may ignore their parenting and...
Tips for divorcing a narcissistic person
Going through a divorce is challenging for some individuals. When you're married to a person who has narcissism, you'll likely find that you're facing what seems like an uphill battle. You can't count on having a calm divorce because that person is likely going to...
Estate planning options to minimize tax liabilities
Virginia residents who have amassed significant wealth often want to save their assets in order to pass them on to their loved ones and future generations to come. However, estate taxes may inhibit some people's plans, and some options may help people minimize their...
Does following the speed limit lead to safer driving?
The reason that the police give for enforcing speed limits is, generally speaking, that breaking the law is a safety issue. They pull people over for speeding because the excessive speed means that others on the road around them face unnecessary danger. They're just...
Custody arrangements in Divorce
Families going through divorce are increasingly realizing that the traditional method of splitting custody may not be best for all involved, especially for the children. As a result, experts are advocating that families in Virginia consider alternate arrangements for...
Why accurate, up-to-date estate plans are important
When Virginia residents think about the future, they may want to make plans for how their assets will be distributed after they pass away. By preparing a will or creating a trust, people can plan to leave their property to their loved ones. If people do not have a...
Using trusts to protect assets in an estate plan
Virginia residents may want to consider using trust protectors as part of their estate planning. Trust protectors can take over a trust if it is in peril from lawsuits, creditors or a soon-to-be-ex-spouse.In general, creating a trust is a good way to protect...
Parental alienation used against mothers in custody disputes
In the 1980s, a child psychiatrist introduced the theory of "parental alienation," which claims that many child sexual abuse allegations against fathers are made up by vengeful mothers to wrongfully gain custody of their children. Over the years, many experts have...