In an era when new technology should be making the roads in Virginia and across the nation safer, there are instances when it is doing the exact opposite. Specifically, related to distracted driving. Even with added safety features in newer model vehicles like...
It is never a good feeling to get pulled over for violating the law while driving. Sometimes, penalties for things such as going a small amount over the speed limit are not extremely harsh, particularly for first-time offenders. Penalties for DUIs, however, can be...
When Virginia residents begin to tackle the important task of estate planning, they come to it from different perspectives. Many have already completed quite a bit of research into the various options that are available to consider in the estate planning process. Some...
Readers of this blog have heard of the probate process because it is part of the estate administration process. And, this post will give an overview and why it should be avoided whenever possible in the 81 corridor. First, the term, “probate” refers to the judicial...
When parents can no longer maintain their relationship, they often seek to separate or divorce. While this may be a healthy choice for them, it is not always an easy situation for the children to navigate. For some, the process of creating a custody and visitation...
Businesses in the Shenandoah Valley will from to time get into disputes with other businesses and individuals, including customers, competitors and vendors or suppliers. There is also always a possibility of civil litigation within a business, such as, for example,...
Individuals in Virginia and elsewhere will get behind the wheel of a motor vehicle in a wide range of conditions. Maybe one is ill and took an over-the-counter medication that has drowsy side-effects. It is possible that a person suffered an injury, is on prescribed...
Car accidents are a risk in every part of the country. That said, drivers in Virginia face particular peril. There are many reasons why vehicle operators in this region are at high risk for personal injury. Awareness may help motorists avoid an accident requiring...
In Virginia, estate planning is a fundamental aspect of being fully prepared for the future. Having a will details how a person’s property will be distributed and serves other important needs. However, a will might need to be updated from the time it is written and...
You may be young or you may be older but it is never too early to start thinking about putting money away for retirement. One of the things that you should ask when planning your estate is whether your designated beneficiaries are still current. Designating...
