4 November 2015
When people talk about drug-related crimes, they mostly dwell on substances that the government has declared as illegal such as cocaine and heroin. However, you can also get into trouble for selling fake versions of these drugs. This means the authorities may arrest you for selling a harmless white powder in the name of cocaine. Here are three reasons you may get into trouble for selling fake drugs: Sale of Fake Drugs
18 October 2015
If you are going to live a some distance away from your children after the divorce, you may wonder how you can still maintain a relationship with them. Here are three things you should know. 1. You may need your ex to agree to any long-distance visits. If you live out of state or out of the country, many courts may be reluctant to approve visitation that doesn't fall under their jurisdiction.
6 October 2015
Adopting a child is usually a long and arduous task, but an experienced adoption attorney can help make it more efficient. Still, the legal complications aren't the only things to worry about. No matter how much you love your new family member, he or she may not know or appreciate it right from the start. Prepare to integrate the child into your family as soon as he or she arrives. These four tips will help:
11 September 2015
When working on your will and other similar estate planning documents, if you have children that are still minors, you may decide to name a legal guardian for them. Here are some things to keep in mind to help you make the right choice for your kids. Don't Focus on Money While it is important that a legal guardian be someone who is financially able to raise your children, try not to focus on financial status as the deciding factor.
25 August 2015
The process to apply for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits is complicated. The Social Security Administration reviews these applications against a strict set of rules. One way to make sure your initial application meets all of the requirements is to hire a social security disability lawyer to oversee your efforts. Another is to understand the following ways that your application can be rejected and not make these mistakes. Noting an Income over the Maximum
7 August 2015
Everybody has debts, so it is nothing to worry about, right? If that is what you are thinking, then you probably haven't taken stock of your debts and assets. While it may be true that nearly everybody has debts, it may not be a big deal only if you can afford to settle them, and you are in the process of doing that. However, if you have too many outstanding bills, and you aren't managing them well, then it's time you had a talk with a bankruptcy attorney.
27 July 2015
Domestic disputes happen everyday. In some situations, the dispute results in someone calling the police. This is especially the case if there was any kind of violence, or threat of violence, to someone in the home. If you have been involved in a domestic dispute that results in a criminal charge, here are some things you should know. Your Spouse or Family Member Cannot Drop the Charges Assume that you got into a fight with your spouse and your spouse called the police.