For many people, getting an inheritance from their parents is a path to retirement or financial security. They expect to get a substantial inheritance that can help to fund the lifestyle that they anticipate for themselves. When getting divorced, then, someone who has...
A common question among many first-time driving under the influence (DUI) offenders is whether they will go to jail if they’re convicted. While jail time is a real possibility following a DUI conviction, it all comes down to the circumstances of an offense. If you’ve...
The majority of criminal charges never go to trial due to plea bargaining. A plea bargain is an arrangement where the defendant pleads guilty to the original charge or a lesser charge in exchange for a more lenient sentence. Plea bargaining can offer several benefits...
There’s a lot of talk these days about the impact of medical marijuana users on “drugged driving” incidents – and that may have you understandably nervous if you have your medical marijuana card (MMC) and get stopped for a traffic violation. How do you protect...
As the new year is fast approaching, it's an opportune time for co-parents to reflect on their parenting strategies and set goals for the upcoming 12 months. That means looking at what worked and what didn’t in your co-parenting arrangement over the past year. This...
If you are a parent currently dealing with a child custody dispute, it can help to know what the law stipulates in your state. As you’ve probably already realized, child custody cases can be quite emotional and contentious. Familiarizing yourself with the facts can...
Are you dreading Thanksgiving dinner with contentious relatives or competitive in-laws determined to one-up everyone with their deviled eggs? Or maybe it’s your first holiday without the kids and you’re looking to lift your spirits with a few bottles or cocktails....
If a police officer asks to come inside your house, do you actually have a choice? Is it actually a question or are they demanding to come inside? Regardless of how they phrase it, it does need to be a question. The officer needs your permission to enter your home....
The dynamics of family life have evolved significantly over the years. Today, when marriages or relationships break down, it’s commonplace for parents to seek joint custody of their children. Yet, some parents choose to fight for sole custody. There are a host of...
In an ideal world, both parents would be able to remain amicable during and after divorce. Unfortunately, the reality can be much different. The prelude to your divorce may have been messy, with constant tension and arguing. Your former spouse may feel like they...