What Are Your Rights When You’re Stopped by Police?

Criminal Law

What Are Your Rights When You’re Stopped by Police? It’s that time of year again.  Across the country, young adults are leaving home and embarking on a journey through higher education.  For many, this is their first taste of independence.  For all of these new...

Divorce Grounds in Virginia

Family Law

Divorce Grounds in Virginia In Virginia, a suit for divorce starts with a complaint.  This is a legal form that explains what you are asking for and why.  A complaint for divorce seeks divorce from the bonds of marriage (you may see this phrase in Latin: a vinculo...

Important Legal Changes for 2019

Criminal Law, Family Law

Important Legal Changes for 2019 In January, the Virginia General Assembly met for its 2019 session.  Many of the laws that passed will take effect starting this month.  This article covers a few of the laws most likely to have an impact on the health and safety of...

Separate, Marital, Hybrid: Defining and Dividing Property After Divorce

Family Law

Separate, Marital, Hybrid: Defining and Dividing Property After Divorce When a marriage ends, who decides which spouse gets what property?  If a former couple cannot reach an agreement, either party can ask a circuit court judge to make the decision for them.  After...

Trial by Ambush: Discovery Reform Delayed Again

Criminal Law, Featured Post

Trial by Ambush: Discovery Reform Delayed Again Imagine you’re facing a trial on criminal charges.  The prosecutor on your case will rely on law enforcement agencies to collect evidence and talk to witnesses.  Other state agencies to provide scientific...