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Tips for processing heartbreak during the divorce process
Going through the process of divorce takes a lot of emotional strength because it requires that you put your emotions aside and focus on the logistical aspects of moving forward. If your spouse unexpectedly filed for divorce or if you were willing to work through the...
How Virginia’s wrongful death statute can necessitate 2 lawsuits
When a person or business causes the death of someone you love, the loss can affect every part of your life. From your daily schedule to your family dynamics, everything you know and have become accustomed to will change after the loss of an immediate family member....
How can you reduce conflict with visitation and custody plans?
Getting custody of your child after a divorce is something that you’ve focused on. You and your spouse don’t get along, so you’ve been trying to find ways to minimize stress and to protect your child against the conflicts that could happen. For many people, sharing...
One time when it is never a good idea to post on social media
Some people will post everything from their morning latte to their new haircut on social media. It is part of our everyday lives, not just for the mundane but also when life’s big events occur. Therefore, many may be tempted to whip out their phone to snap a few...
What is accident reconstruction?
A recent two-car crash near Abingdon killed one person and injured three others. The news report contained only a sketchy account of how the accident happened. According to police, a vehicle pulled out on to Route 19; the car crossed the median and attempted to enter...
How is property divided during a Virginia divorce?
There is usually, and understandably, a long list of concerns divorcing couples have once they have made the difficult decision to divorce. Property division is likely on that list of concerns divorcing spouses have. It is helpful if divorcing spouses are prepared for...
What happens after I am injured on the job?
Being injured on the job can be overwhelming and alarming. Your mind may immediately go to how you will afford the medical treatment and care you need and how you will support yourself and your family while you are unable to work while you recover. After an injured...
Your actions speak loudly in custody hearings
You know what’s best for your children, and you deserve to be in their lives following your divorce. But you may need to tread carefully, as even the most stellar records are placed under the microscope during custody hearings. Your actions could help you get the...
MOST CRASHES ARE NOT ACCIDENTS
Insurance companies and defense lawyers often refer to crashes which cause catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths as “accidents”. In most cases, they are not “accidents”. They are the foreseeable result of carelessness, negligence, and often the reckless or...
Wrongful Death Tractor Trailer Case
One of my very recent cases illustrates one of the most rewarding aspects of helping families when they tragically lose a beloved family member who has been taken from them as a result of another person’s negligence, or the negligence of a business or a health care...