Virginia takes drunk driving very seriously even if it’s a defendant’s first offense. The penalties for drinking and driving in Virginia can vary based on numerous factors. But those who have been arrested for a second or third offense can face serious consequences....
During our current crazy economic environment, estate planning has increasingly become a hot topic. However, even after one completes their estate plan, there still may be post-estate planning pitfalls that Virginians face. Inappropriate investment strategies Estate...
Life as we know it has drastically changed, and we have all heard that this is the new normal. So while individuals and families are navigating this newness and coming up with new traditions, those divorcing must do the same. While divorcing with children is...
Sudden hardships like medical emergencies, home or car troubles, or unexpected job losses can become a significant burden on a person or household. Given the severity of the hardship, a person may need to look towards more serious solutions to their problems, and...
This year has been, in a word, “crazy.” And, this craziness and uncertainty has made many young people begin questioning whether they need to start estate planning or draft a will. Do 18-year-olds need a will? As a general rule, whether a young person needs a Last...
Contracts form the basis of many business dealings in Virginia. We expect these contracts will be followed as intended, but this is not always the case. Sometimes one party fails to keep up their end of the deal, giving rise to a breach of contract claim. There are...
College tuition costs are a substantial expense which continue to escalate. But estate planning can help address these expenses. There are options that can pay for higher education besides writing checks when tuition becomes due. There are two options that help pay...
Leaving the scene of an accident is never a good idea, especially if the accident involves personal injury or death. Leaving the scene is a crime independently of other factors, but if the accident involves injury or death, the flight from the scene may involve...
Everyone experiences that moment of fear as they start to fall backward. It's like a slow-motion moment where you just have to brace yourself from any serious injuries. Sometimes, fear and pain only last a moment. However, most seniors have longer effects from a sip...
There is no singular reason why a couple may decide to divorce, nor is there a specific timeline upon which the decision fits. However, as recently as 2015, about 1 of every 100 couples over the age of 50 got divorced - about twice as many as were in 1990. With the...