Many parents navigating a divorce or breakup fantasize about sole custody. They dream of moving on with their lives with their children and not the other parent. While that can be a pleasant concept, it is far from the reality experienced by most adults who end...
It’s common for people to believe that their memory is as accurate as a video recording. This is why an eyewitness in a criminal case will often trust their memory of events, and their account will be considered believable by the court. In reality, though, memory is...
You’re facing charges after an arrest, and an eyewitness says that you were the one who committed the crime. Maybe you’re already on trial and the eyewitness has been called to the stand to testify. Or perhaps they are simply being interviewed by police at the scene,...
Your ex has been paying child support ever since the divorce, but you’re worried that those payments may soon end. Companies in the area have been making layoffs, and your ex recently lost their job. The child support payments were determined based on their income,...
Contrary to what some people believe, “white collar” crimes are rarely victimless. Often, people lose large amounts of money. Sometimes those losses are easy to calculate. Other times, they require some intricate calculations. Those who are convicted of these offenses...
West Virginia prosecutors, like their counterparts nationwide, depend on powerful evidence to secure convictions for violent crimes like murder or assault. During a trial, this evidence is presented to a jury for careful consideration. While DNA testing has become a...
Being pulled over by the police is troubling for most people. You may even be tempted to panic if you see flashing lights and you don’t think you’ve done anything that warrants being pulled over. If you find out an officer has stopped you because they think you’re...
When substantial assets are involved, divorce proceedings can be complex, challenging and highly contentious. One spouse may hide assets, which impacts the equitable division of property. However, hiding assets during a divorce is unethical and illegal, as it can...
Divorce can be an emotionally charged and challenging process, and you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to protect your interests if your marriage is at an end. As taking proactive steps to avoid an unfair settlement is essential, it’s important to seek...
Prosecutors often turn to the digital footprints created by defendants on social media platforms as part of their investigative and case-building processes. This modern investigative tactic is rooted in the understanding that social media accounts can be treasure...
