Our free article library serves as a resource for Virginia residents interested in learning more about family law and criminal defense issues. Knowing what to expect from your case can help you proceed with confidence, so we encourage you to browse our library before you contact us to request an initial consultation.
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Your Guide to Virginia Military DivorcesMilitary divorces differ from civilian divorces in several crucial ways. Learn what you need to know if you are seeking a military divorce in Virginia.
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Getting Charged With Boating While Intoxicated in Virginia Is a Serious Matter—Gain Clarity Over Boating Laws and Potential PenaltiesLearn about the similarities and differences when you are charged with a DUI while boating in Virginia compared to a DUI when driving a car.
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When Spousal Support Might Be Awarded in a Virginia DivorceWhen two people have been married for a long time, and one earns a significantly higher salary, a Virginia court might award spousal support payments in a divorce.
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Virginia Child Support Is Determined by a Standard Formula, But Modifications Can Be MadeIn Virginia, child support is based on a formula that takes parent income and child custody into account. A lawyer can make sure your child support order is fair.
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Possible Defenses to Domestic Assault Charges in VirginiaIf you are facing domestic violence charges in Virginia, an experienced defense attorney can build an effective defense based on several possible factors.
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Potential Penalties for a Virginia Reckless Driving ConvictionVirginia reckless driving convictions carry serious penalties. Your best chance of avoiding the worst of these is to hire an experienced defense attorney.
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What Happens After a DUI Conviction in Virginia?If you are convicted of a DUI in Virginia, you might face mandatory jail time. If you can appeal, your defense attorney will fight to overturn the conviction.
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The Police Called and Said They are Investigating Me for a Crime. Should I Talk to the Police?If you are contacted by the police for questioning regarding a crime in Virginia, contact James E. Short, PLC, as soon as possible.
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Equitable Distribution of Property in a Virginia DivorceWhen getting divorced in Virginia, property will be divided according to laws about equitable distribution and marital property. We explain the basics here.
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Legal Procedure After a Reckless Driving TicketLearn about the legal procedure that follows a reckless driving ticket in Virginia so that you will know what to expect and how a lawyer can help.