Virginia is a tough state when it comes to punishing drunk and drugged drivers. Virginia is even less tolerant when a person is caught operating a vehicle under the influence with a child (someone 17 … [Read more...]
Virginia DWI Law: The consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs while having a child in the vehicle with you
posted on October 12, 2018
Are Royalties Part of the Chapter 7 Estate?
posted on October 1, 2018
You've just finished writing a hit 5-book series on the wild life of a secret agent. You market your books in various ways and receive ongoing royalties for this effort from your contract with … [Read more...]
The Importance of the Special Education Eligibility
posted on September 29, 2018
Parents want what is best for their child. When it comes to education, as a parent, you need to weigh certain factors to ensure your child has the education you feel is best. One of, if not the most … [Read more...]
Corporations in Virginia: Beware the Unauthorized Practice of Law
posted on September 26, 2018
Even if you are the owner of a corporation, under the laws of Virginia, you do not have the authority to represent that entity in a court of law across the Commonwealth. Corporations are considered … [Read more...]
What is a power of attorney?
posted on September 20, 2018
The power of attorney is a legal document in which one person (the principal) appoints another person (the attorney-in-fact) to make personal and/or financial decisions on behalf of the principal. The … [Read more...]
Divorce- How fast can it go?
posted on September 14, 2018
In Virginia, divorce can be in theory achieved in a fairly short amount of time if you meet certain legal requirements. By statute, if a couple has lived separate and apart in excess of six months, … [Read more...]
Virginia and Digital Assets: Our own Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act
posted on August 28, 2018
As anyone that has been a fiduciary can tell you, getting into a principal's digital assets (whether it be email, accounts, or social media platforms) can at times be a challenge. For Virginia … [Read more...]
What is the Difference Between a Guardian and Conservator?
posted on August 23, 2018
There are times when a child or an adult with diminished capacity will need a guardian and/or conservator appointed because he or she lacks the physical and/or mental capacity to care for themselves. … [Read more...]
Personal Injury and Wearable Tech
posted on August 10, 2018
As electronic devices continue to shrink, the prevalence of wearable technology in everyday grows more and more powerful. Watches that once told us only the time and date can now track and store our … [Read more...]
Estate Planning and Trusts: Do you need a trust?
posted on July 19, 2018
If you have minor children, loved ones with diminished capacity, a substantial amount of assets, or have very specific instructions for how, when and to whom you want your estate to be distributed … [Read more...]
