Many people brush off a misdemeanor offense as minor, but the truth is misdemeanor convictions have major consequences. A misdemeanor is a serious charge that is punishable by jail time. Usually, individuals convicted of misdemeanors are ordered to pay hefty court fines,
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Child support is often a tense subject between parents. However, once a court order is in place, it is imperative that you follow the order and make your payments on time. Failing to abide by the court order can result in major
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A Swiss court ordered Dmitry Rybolovlev to pay $4.5 billion to his wife Elena in their divorce. Marc Bonnant, attorney for Elena Rybolovlev, stated that it was “the most expensive divorce in history.” Swiss law requires equal division of money or assets
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If divorce from your spouse is something you are considering, you should look into the concept of an uncontested divorce. Unlike an adversarial divorce, an uncontested divorce is one where the spouses agree on all the issues arising from the marriage and
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With the technology of in vitro fertilization, the dreams of many men and women to become parents have come true. That’s made a lot of families happy. However, when parents decide to divorce, the situation becomes tricky. In a custody battle –
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Move over – it’s a simple maneuver that can mean the difference between life and death, yet some people still aren’t doing it. When you see a police vehicle on the side of the road, you have to move over so the
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There are a number of tax considerations that need to be reviewed during and after a divorce. These decisions can have an impact on your financial future and your children. To avoid unexpected surprises and financial hardship, you should keep the
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Once you’ve attended the final hearing and the Judge has signed your divorce decree, it can feel like a huge relief. You may be ready to get back to your life without court dates and documents. However, there are some important things
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Under Virginia law, reckless driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor, not just a speeding ticket. The potential penalties include jail time, suspension of your driver’s license, a fine of $2,500 and six demerit points on your driver’s license. It’s easier to be
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