If you’re facing criminal charges, you are likely thinking about the more traditional ramifications. Will you spend time in jail? Will you have to pay fines? How will this impact your ability to get a job in the future? But if you are also a co-parent, it’s important...
Year: 2025
Tips for improving communication in child custody situations
Trying to raise children with your ex can be a challenging experience. Some people who go through divorce want to pretend like their ex doesn’t exist, but that’s not possible when you share children. Finding ways to keep the communication in child custody situations...
Components of a RICO prosecution
The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) is a powerful tool against organized crime. Its original intent was the prosecution of large criminal syndicates, such as the mafia. In recent years, it has evolved beyond just the conviction of traditional...
What happens after an illegal police search?
The state cannot bring charges against individuals without sufficient evidence. Prosecutors generally need proof beyond a reasonable doubt that a defendant violated the law. Evidence ranging from reports explaining the forensic analysis of biological materials to...
How do you invoke your Miranda rights?
Most people have heard Miranda rights being read to people who are being taken into police custody. Even if only on TV. These rights include being able to remain silent and consult with an attorney before questioning resumes. Some people may believe that these rights...
How to decide if kids should change schools post-divorce
Amid the emotional and logistical challenges of divorce, parents often face difficult decisions about their children’s future. Education plays a critical role in a child’s development, and maintaining stability during such a transitional period is essential. However,...
Does West Virginia have a drug court program?
Many people who are arrested on drug charges serve time behind bars. Some are required to pay financial fines, which may be tied to the specific offense or the amount of drugs they had in their possession at the time. However, West Virginia does have a drug court...
How a QDRO protects retirement savings
Divorce requires the division of marital property. The more success that spouses have enjoyed during a marriage, the more difficult it can become to properly address marital resources. If either spouse made tax-deferred contributions to a employer-sponsored savings...
Plea deals may resolve certain criminal cases
Cases that are moving through the criminal court system can take a long time to resolve. This is partially due to packed dockets and limited resources. Because of this, plea deals are often used to resolve these cases without having to go through a lengthy court...
The challenges of co-parenting a child with ADHD
Co-parenting a child with any kind of special need or chronic health condition across two homes after separation or divorce can be a challenge. That’s especially true when parents don’t agree on how to treat or deal with a condition. Parents of children with...