Shenandoah Valley Legal Blog
The new year is the perfect time to review your will
Virginia residents can take advantage of the clear vision instilled by the 2020 year by reviewing their will. The last will and testament provide information about who is the executor of the estate and who gets small and large property and assets upon a person’s...
How should you manage your money during divorce?
Getting divorced is the beginning of your future as you are essentially starting over as an independent person in Virginia. Depending on how serious the tension is between you and your spouse, you may be able to negotiate some agreements on your own. Others may...
Can you prevent contract disputes?
A bad contract is easy to dispute; a good contract can bind your agreement indefinitely. For those drafting contracts in Virginia, how can you lock in a good deal without a possibility for disputes later on? While you cannot predict whether the other party will...
E-signatures and you
More and more companies, businesses and individuals operate exclusively online. There are now several software options that make scanning and sending digital documents much easier and faster than mailing hard copies. The convenience and cost benefit of digital...
Do traffic offenses stay on my driving record?
A conviction of violating traffic law is something that can stay on your driving record for a long time, perhaps even for the rest of your life. Such offenses are counted whether they are committed in Virginia or in other states. How long a conviction remains on a...
Pedestrian dangers on Virginia roads
As the days grow shorter this time of year, pedestrians in Virginia find themselves more at risk due to the limited visibility that accompanies the darker times of day. A person may be a pedestrian in a variety of situations that could include running or walking for...
Who gets the family dog in a divorce?
Your divorce takes a toll on every aspect of your life. It can affect your personal, financial and your family life. Virginia divorces are among the most stressful life events that a person can face. Among splitting finances, assets and even discussions of child...
What happens during your first DUI stop?
If you are away from home at college, for the first time in your life, then it stands to reason that there is a lot that you do not know. It should be an exciting time! Unfortunately, if you are subject to a DUI stop, it may turn into a stressful, overwhelming time....
3 common mistakes to avoid during and after divorce
You are only human, and it is natural that you make some mistakes when undergoing a complicated and unfamiliar process. However, mistakes during the divorce process can end up costing you dearly. Fortunately, you can benefit from the experiences of others in learning...
Understanding how to approach the aftermath of a car accident
A collision can take place under a variety of circumstances, and dealing with the fallout of such an incident can be an exceedingly stressful task. Unfortunately, such an incident can happen in the blink of an eye, and even a minor collision could leave you feeling...
