A conviction on your record can have a significant impact on your life, including limiting your ability to secure employment, government benefits, student loans, vote and possess a firearm. You may face stiff penalties if you're convicted of a gun offense for...
Year: 2021
Snacking while you drive could put yourself and others at risk
Many people eat behind the wheel while they’re driving. They might be on a long trip or just grabbing lunch while running errands. So, what’s the problem? Well, people are not good at multitasking and becoming distracted by food or beverages while driving creates...
5 mistakes to avoid as you go through divorce
Going through a divorce is tough for anyone because it means it’s the end of your relationship and going to be a big shift in how you live your life. For some, there are financial issues that may arise with divorce. For others, children are a big concern. To make...
Do your parents have an estate plan in place already?
Some time in middle age, the average adult experiences a role reversal with their parents. As your parents grow older, they will likely start struggling with adopting new technology, adjusting to changes in society and managing their own lives. Eventually, they may...
What can you do if you feel your elderly loved one should no longer be driving?
One of the most heart-wrenching conversations to have with an elderly loved one happens when you say that in your opinion, they should not be driving anymore. Physical or mental impairments such as poor eyesight, lack of coordination, other physical limitations or the...
3 steps to take if you want to keep your home in a divorce
Worrying about your home is common during a divorce. You have spent years living there and have invested thousands of dollars via your mortgage, property taxes, insurance premiums and maintenance to the property. You may have a deep emotional attachment to the home or...
What is a provisional unlawful presence waiver?
Foreign nationals, including U.S. citizens' parents, spouses and children, must often leave the U.S. to attend an immigrant visa interview. It's critical that you apply for a provisional unlawful presence waiver (hereinafter referred to as “waiver”) before doing so,...
Don’t make the mistake of possessing a firearm after a felony
Out of the charges that you could face involving weapons, the most common gun charge is one for possessing a firearm when you are prohibited against doing so by law. A gun charge is significant and may lead to penalties such as imprisonment and fines, so it’s worth...
What are the benefits of taking alimony as a lump sum?
Most spouses who the court orders to pay alimony do so monthly. This is a similar approach to how a parent would typically make child support payments. It’s just support for their former spouse, instead. However, some spouses do have the option of asking for alimony...
Under what circumstances can I request a modification of an alimony award?
Even after a divorce is final, there may be reasons to revisit certain issues, particularly where support is concerned. Life circumstances and financial climates may change, which can necessitate revisions to existing orders. You must understand the grounds on which...