People often think severe, lasting, and/or permanent bodily injury only occurs in high-speed or dramatic accidents. This is simply not the case. Ligaments and muscles are not constructed like metal and plastic car parts are for impact. Even at a speed of 20 mph, there will be a suddenness of movement and force (think fallingcontinue reading…
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Electronic Footprints In Domestic Cases
Times have changed and depending on which side of a domestic issue you are on, it could be for the better or worse. In the past, the telltale signs of infidelity were unexplained credit card transactions, lipstick on a collar, or a phone number found in the pocket. In today’s technology-driven social media world, discoveringcontinue reading…
Five Myths About Military Divorces
Military Spouses will not receive custody False. While deployment creates unique child care issues, it does not, in itself, prevent the military spouse from being awarded primary physical custody of minor children. In 2008 Virginia enacted the Virginia Military Parents Equal Protection Act which addresses many of the concerns of deploying parents and how tocontinue reading…
Child Safety
It’s the worst kind of case a lawyer has to handle, a child seriously injured or killed in an accident. Many injuries involving children can be prevented with a few simple steps to ensure the safety of children in your care. These accidents can and do happen to “anyone” and occur more than you mightcontinue reading…
Divorce Rates Rising Among Veterans
The recent wars are having a negative impact on military marriages, as the rate of divorce is the highest it has been since 1999. The dissolution rate across the various branches was 3.7%, which was up from 3.6% in 2010 and holding fast to the steady increase from 3.1% in 2005.* Interestingly enough the ratecontinue reading…