The winter holiday season is supposed to be a time of love, laughter and celebration – but it’s not exactly a big secret that family gatherings around this time of year can be problematic. Old grudges, intrusive questions, awkward conversations and differing political...
The reality that technology has dramatically impacted family dynamics nationwide in recent decades cannot be overstated. Some of this change has come at a significant price. However, the intersection between technology and family values is certainly not all bad. For...
Many states have begun changing the way that they view marijuana in a legal sense. States like Washington. Colorado and California were some of the first to legalize recreational marijuana. But this trend has now moved across the country to states like Illinois and...
If you use social media a lot, then it may feel natural to turn to it in difficult times, such as a divorce. You can let your friends and followers know the latest news and share how you are feeling about certain things. In return, you may get some messages of support...
Clearing your criminal record, also known as expungement, can provide you with a fresh start by removing certain offenses from your public record. That means you may have an easier time finding a job or housing. The expungement process is governed by specific laws and...
Dividing property during the divorce is a difficult process. Spouses often disagree about what is reasonable. They may disagree about what assets they have to divide and how to split them in a fair manner. Most of the time, spouses make appropriate disclosures to one...
The criminal courts in West Virginia have several options in terms of sentencing. In many cases, a convicted party will be sent to prison for a set term. Nonetheless, this isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the court may allow a convicted individual to serve their...
Divorcing couples may worry about the well-being of their children during the legal proceedings of their separation. It’s natural to wonder where the children should stay, especially if the couple is no longer living together as they wait for their divorce to be...
The immigration process in the United States is very strict, and on many occasions, most applications undergo thorough scrutiny to verify adherence to legal requirements. When applicants fail to meet these requirements, some may resort to immigration fraud—such as...
Police efforts often play a major role in the development of a criminal case. They gather evidence by conducting searches or talking to people. They identify suspects and may spend weeks trying to connect specific people to criminal activity. The evidence that they...
