Understanding Wrongful Death in Virginia
Any time a loved one dies, families are faced with a distressing and emotional grieving process. To learn that your loved one was lost because of the careless action of another person can make that [...]
Health Insurance for Spouses During and After Divorce
Health insurance is expensive. If both spouses have their own insurance plans, health insurance coverage isn’t typically an issue during a divorce. However, both spouses may have health insurance from one spouse’s employer. In this [...]
Proving a Domestic Assault Case Without Spousal Testimony
Your spouse’s lack of cooperation does not mean the charges against you will be dropped. You may still face severe penalties if you’re convicted, so you should still take these charges seriously. It is the [...]
Boat Accident Injury Damages
Boat accidents are like other types of Virginia vehicle crashes. If you can prove that someone else’s negligence caused your accident injuries, you can recover damages. Boat Accident Negligence If you were hurt in a [...]
How Substance Abuse Impacts a Virginia Divorce
Substance abuse may be relevant to some aspects of your divorce agreement or court decree. Therefore, you should share your spouse’s substance abuse problem with your divorce lawyer as soon as possible. Substance Abuse as [...]
Virginia Statutory Rape Defenses
In Virginia, a person under the age of 18 cannot consent to sexual activity, and the penalties for someone who violates the law and has sex with an underage child can be significant. However, there [...]
Punitive Damages in Virginia Personal Injury Cases
Punitive damages, or damages that are meant to punish the defendant rather than compensate the plaintiff, are allowed in Virginia personal injury cases. However, punitive damages are only allowed in specific situations, and they can [...]
Pet Ownership in a Virginia Divorce
In Virginia, a pet is considered personal property. Therefore, unlike child custody which may be shared, a pet will be awarded to one spouse if the court must get involved and make the decision for [...]
How to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney
If you need a criminal defense attorney, the person you hire could play a pivotal role in whether you go to jail, pay significant fines, or face other legal penalties. What to Look for in [...]
Legal Compensation After a Dog Bite Infection
If a dog bit you, it may result in an infection. Symptoms of an infection may include redness, swelling, fever, or discharge from the wound site. After any dog bite, it’s important to get immediate [...]
