(757) 552-6055Divorce can often feel like it takes forever. Even when both spouses agree that the marriage should end, the legal process can involve waiting periods, financial disclosures, negotiations, court requirements, and scheduling delays. When spouses disagree about property division, alimony, child custody, or other issues, the process can take considerably longer. While some aspects of […]
How Is Property Divided in a Virginia Divorce? Understanding Equitable Distribution Laws
When you get divorced, you aren’t just ending your emotional and romantic partnership with another person. You are also untangling your financial lives. This means dividing up your assets and debts as part of your divorce. In Virginia, marital property is divided between spouses based on the principle of equitable distribution. This does not necessarily […]
Third-Party Workers’ Compensation Claims in Virginia Beach
Workplace injuries can have a devastating impact on employees and their families. A serious injury may leave a worker facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, physical pain, and uncertainty about the future. Fortunately, Virginia’s workers’ compensation system provides benefits to employees who are injured on the job, regardless of who was at fault for the […]
Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Virginia Child Custody Case
Few legal matters are more emotional or important than a child custody case. Whether you are going through a divorce, separation, or post-breakup custody dispute, the outcome of your case can have a lasting impact on your child and your future as a family. Virginia courts prioritize the best interests of the child when making […]
Dividing Marital Property in Virginia: Who Keeps the House, Cars, and Retirement Accounts?
Dividing property is one of the most complex (and often contentious) parts of any Virginia divorce. Many spouses understandably want clear answers to questions such as: Who gets the house? What happens to the cars? Will I lose my retirement? In Virginia, the answer to these questions isn’t always obvious. Courts used a system known […]
Guide to Virginia’s Wage Garnishment Law
When you fall behind on your debts (including taxes), creditors may take legal action to recover what they are owed. One of the most common tools used to collect unpaid debts is wage garnishment. This is the legal process that allows a creditor, including the federal or state government, to take a portion of your […]
Trust Fund Taxes: Recovery Penalty Liability
Running a business requires balancing many responsibilities, such as managing employees, maintaining operations, and complying with federal and state laws. One of the most critical obligations for employers is properly handling payroll taxes, which include trust fund taxes that are withheld from employees’ paychecks. If these taxes are not paid, the consequences can be severe. […]
Parenting Plans by Age & Schedule Templates
When parents split up in Virginia, one of the most important issues that they face is determining child custody. Creating a parenting schedule can be incredibly difficult, especially when both parents want to spend as much time as possible with their kids. So how do you create a parenting plan that works for your family? […]
Modifying Child Custody and Support in Virginia
When a child custody or child support order is entered after a divorce or breakup, it is based on the child’s needs and the parents’ circumstances at the time. Over time, these realities might change. In Virginia, the courts recognize this by allowing parents to request modifications to custody and child support orders. To successfully […]
Common Workplace Injuries in Virginia
Workplace injuries can happen in any job, from construction sites to hospitals, offices, and retail stores. While some injuries are relatively minor, others can lead to long-term medical issues, lost income, and even permanent disability. For workers in the Commonwealth of Virginia, understanding your rights when it comes to workplace injuries is critical to making […]
