When a custody dispute reaches a West Virginia family court, the judge sometimes needs more than each parent's version of events. The court may then bring in a neutral person to study your family and report back. Knowing why a judge orders that review, and how the...
Month: July 2026
Suppressing evidence after police officer misconduct
Police officers have an obligation to follow and uphold the law. In some cases, their eagerness to enforce the law may result in them violating the rights of people they suspect of criminal activity. Police officers sometimes conduct warrantless searches without...
What should parents know before filing for divorce?
A decision to divorce is one that affects everyone in a family home, including one’s children. While people who are going through a divorce often focus on property division, it’s also critical to include parenting time, decision making, child support and similar...
What to bring to your first criminal defense consultation
Meeting with a criminal defense attorney for the first time is your opportunity to explain your situation and begin building a legal strategy. To make the most out of that meeting, bringing the right information can help clarify the circumstances and identify the...