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...
Year: 2022
Crafting a comprehensive estate plan
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...
Reasons to avoid probate
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...
Determining custody and visitation in Virginia
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...
Why would I want to consider mediating a dispute?
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,...
Penalties for DWIs in Virginia
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...
Reasons roads in Virginia are especially dangerous
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...
Writing or adding to a will and how it impacts validity
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...
What is the first step in estate planning?
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...
Truck accidents have risen since ELD requirement went into effect
Truck safety is a concern in Virginia and across the nation. This is no surprise given the damage that can result from a collision with one of these large, heavy, fast-moving vehicles. Government agencies like the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)...