People often get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses because they drive poorly. Causing crashes, displaying impaired ability or failing a breath test could all lead to a DUI arrest. Many motorists accused of intoxication at the wheel feel...
When you read about divorcing spouses hiding assets in a divorce, you might assume that they always do so away from the house. This might include an offshore or out-of-state bank account, a drawer in their place of work or their parents’ home. While people certainly...
Marriage tends to improve people's standards of living. When two people combine their resources and share their efforts, they can maintain a nicer home while outsourcing fewer tasks to professionals. Two incomes can make it much easier to afford the mortgage for a...
An accusation of embezzlement in West Virginia can upend your work, finances and reputation. You may suddenly face investigators, charges and difficult choices about your future. In this situation, you might benefit from direct information on what the state may try to...
Most people accused of crimes insist that they are innocent. However, a sizable majority of criminal defendants eventually enter a guilty plea rather than take their case to trial. Frequently, their guilty plea is part of a broader plea bargain negotiated by their...
When two parents separate but both remain loving, responsible and deeply committed to their child’s well-being, custody disputes can become especially complex. Unlike cases where one parent may be unfit or uninvolved, these situations often involve two capable adults...
In most divorce cases, both partners are involved. Whether they go through mediation or litigation, they are both part of the divorce process. They work with the court as they make decisions regarding property division, child custody and much more. A default divorce...
For most, a criminal record feels like a permanent barrier to employment, housing, education and simple peace of mind. Expungement, a process that allows eligible individuals to erase certain offenses, offers a second chance and an opportunity to move forward without...
If you are a parent getting a divorce, child custody issues – or your legal rights as a parent to your children – may be high on your list of concerns. There are several basic terms to understand when going through the child custody process. These terms include legal,...
The Fourth Amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and property seizures. There are restrictions on the conduct of law enforcement professionals looking for evidence of criminal activity. Unique rules apply in different search scenarios. Bodily searches,...
