AirTags are technological micromarvels, costing around $30 each and helping Virginians find misplaced car keys. Some people use AirTags to discover that their political opponents steal campaign signs. Some despicable people use GPS trackers to prey on kids. And some particularly vile people use tracking technology against their spouses during separation and divorce. Jump to a Section GPS Tracking Technology ...
This article is a part of our Family Law 101 series. Jump to a Section What is a guardian ad litem (GAL)? Guardian ad litem meaning What is the purpose of a guardian ad litem? Children’s rights Adult incapacitated persons’ rights What do guardian ad litems do? How to tell if the guardian ad litem is on your side Who ...
You have a one in six chance of hitting a jackpot on a slot machine at Rosie’s Casino in Hampton. What are your chances of living in a community property state? Nine in 50. If you are going to gamble (either at Rosie’s or in marriage), Virginia is a good bet. Virginia is not a community property state. You can ...
Virginia’s lawmakers cannot be accused of stuffy consistency. The phrase, “best interests of the child” appears five times in the divorce section of Virginia’s Code. But, the phrase “best interest of the child” appears another three times. Singular, plural; it really does not matter. Virginia goes to great lengths to prioritize children’s needs in a Virginia separation and divorce. Jump ...
Catcher Eric Fila’s humble gesture — shaking the umpire’s hand in thanks even as the opposing team scored a walk-off single in a state quarterfinal baseball game — exemplifies Virginia sportsmanship. Fila’s moment happened to become a viral video as the 10-inning game went from contested to uncontested. Your Virginia divorce also can go from contested to uncontested. Jump to ...
This article is a part of our Family Law 101 series. Jump to a Section Discovery Definition What is Discovery in Law? What is the Purpose of Legal Discovery? What are the 4 Types of Discovery? Types of Physical Evidence in Discovery Discovery and Your Attorney Hiding Evidence in Discovery Discovery in Fault Grounds Brady v. Maryland Discovery Definition Discovery ...
Legalese is not the same as Latin. If you want to spot some legalese, dig out your paperwork from your last automobile purchase; it is no doubt brimming with “parties of the first part” and such. Latin is often a shorthand in the law, as with an Ore Tenus hearing. It sounds like a cheer shouted at Wimbledon, but it ...
Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s Pantheon roller coaster is rated the best in the state by Theme Park Tribune. Now, discerning Dad, what does that tell you about Busch Gardens as the ideal spot to introduce your new romantic partner to your kids? Not sure? We’ll tell you, but here’s a hint: A Virginia man has got to know his limits. Jump ...
J.P. Morgan is said to have uttered the flippant and famous quip, “If you have to ask how much it costs, you can’t afford it.” That was easy for him to say; he was a robber baron, paid almost no tax (ever), and lived in a time (the 19th and early 20th centuries) when Virginians had lifetime earnings that seldom ...