When you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are battling over the custody arrangements for your minor children, one of the factors that could affect a court's decision is the allegation of parental alienation. Courts have been known to award custody to the parent who is...
The financial aspect of any divorce can cause a great deal of stress, regardless of whether you have multiple homes and cars to divide between you or only furniture. Dealing with the uncertainty that comes with the process can cause you to engage in disputes with your...
A plea bargain is offered to those who have been accused of committing crimes. They are so common, in fact, that 90% of defendants accept plea bargains. They do so mainly because plea bargains mean that they do not have to go to trial. While plea bargains are...
All those who have been accused of a crime have the right to defend themselves before facing sentencing. Therefore, if you have been accused of a crime and you are awaiting trial, it is important that you fully understand the options available to you. Take the time to...
If you've already divorced or are in the process of doing so, you and your ex likely aren't on the best of terms. You may feel a desire to yell at them whenever you see them or otherwise try to find a way to hold them accountable and let them know how you feel about...
Shoplifting is a major problem for many retailers, but it is one that they might not address by chasing after the person they believe is stealing. They are concerned about the possibility of facing legal action if they chase someone who actually wasn't shoplifting....
The months and years following two parents' divorce may not be an easy transition for both the parents and the children involved. Even when parents try to respect each other's rights and boundaries, learning how to share parenting responsibilities and privileges is...
Couples who divorce in Louisiana must divide their marital property equally, rather than equitably, according to our community property laws. For business owners, this can cause significant concerns. When one spouse in a couple owns a business, that business may count...
You don't want your divorce to be challenging, but despite your best efforts, it certainly is. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse do not get along, and it's a big problem. It seems like you can't go a day without fighting, and you don't even live together any longer....
Families have a way of growing unexpectedly. Between children and pets, you and your spouse may soon find yourselves responsible for a number of lives. Whether you adopted fur babies because you chose to remain childless or augmented your already full family with dogs...