Picture this scenario: You are heading home after enjoying one too many drinks at a party. Suddenly, you see flashing red and blue lights in your rearview mirror. Your heart begins to pound as you ask yourself, “Am I about to be arrested for a DUI?” If this happens to...
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Is a Divorcing Spouse Liable for the Other’s Debts?
Divorce can be a difficult time. You and your former partner may have many things to navigate, from the equitable division of assets to child custody. Marital debts, in particular, can be a stressful subject. If one spouse has incurred more debt than the other, who’s...
Can a DUI Charge be Expunged from My Record in West Virginia?
Driving under the influence can have serious consequences. If you’re pulled over and your blood alcohol level is above 0.08%, you could face license suspension, high fines, and even jail time due to the DUI conviction. A DUI conviction can even impact your life in...
Understanding Eligibility For Spousal Support After Divorce
Spousal support is a legal term used to describe payments provided from one party to another after their divorce. Not all West Virginia divorces result in an order for spousal support. It’s usually based on one party not being able to afford to live on their own after...
Understanding Property Division Laws In West Virginia
Divorce often comes with many changes that can impact one’s life. West Virginians who are going through a divorce may have to make difficult decisions when it comes to common divorce matters like property division. Dividing marital property, which may include the...
Joint Custody Arrangements Can Benefit Children After A Divorce
Parents in West Virginia are likely most concerned with helping their children adjust to a new way of life after a separation or divorce. Finding the best custody arrangement can feel overwhelming, especially when both parents want as much time as possible with their...
Signs that could mean your marriage is headed for divorce
If you are having problems in your marriage, you may already know in the back of your mind that divorce is a very real possibility. Just thinking about going through a marital breakup may give you an uneasy feeling in the pit of your stomach. Divorce can be one of...
The rate of divorce declines in West Virginia
West Virginia couples divorce for many reasons. They may realize that they no longer want the same things out of life. Some divorces are due to financial issues and some involve infidelity. Divorce rates change over time and by following these changes, those who are...
Who gets the house after a divorce?
A divorce brings about many life changes for West Virginia residents. Some of these changes are financial and involve the division of marital property. For many couples, the family home is one of the most valuable marital assets. Because of the value, and the...
Coping with the stress and negative emotions common in divorce
Ask any person in West Virginia who has been through a marital breakup and they’ll likely tell you it was an incredibly challenging and stressful event to go through. When you think about it, divorce is not that different from experiencing the death of someone close...