Part of your divorce process will involve dividing your marital property. In Virginia, the court will use the concept of equitable division to help do this. Before going to court and dealing with the property division process, you should have…
Throughout your Virginia divorce, you may not initially imagine that your spouse may hide his or her assets from you. Unfortunately, it is more common than might think. At Dougherty Tobias Iszard, we understand equitable property distribution and the risk…
As the holidays conclude, the student in your family may be looking forward to his or her last few months of high school. If higher education is in your teen’s plans, a criminal conviction may be catastrophic. That is, your…
During the holiday season, a lot of attention may be given to drunk driving. All across Virginia, campaigns encouraging people to drive sober or find alternative means to and from holiday celebrations can be seen. However, it is important to…
From the earliest days of American history, property rights played an important role in the development of the country. Since independence, some states have put more laws in place to bolster the rights owners have over and on their own…
Sober drivers in Virginia may have more difficulty passing a sobriety test than you initially think. Most people think very little about field sobriety tests until they face a traffic stop where the officer suspects drunk driving. According to the…
There are countless challenges that can complicate one’s divorce, from stress and uncertainty over certain aspects of family law to problems involving their children (such as emotional outbursts and issues at school). However, some people have a particularly tough time…
For many new parents, welcoming a child into the world is an unforgettable moment that brings great joy. However, not all couples who have kids are in a good place, such as those who may be in the middle of…
Many factors could lead to a wrongful conviction in Virginia and other states. For example, testimony from jailhouse informants can lead to bad information. The credibility of jailhouse testimony is often called into question because a prisoner might feel compelled…
The intent of child support is to provide your children with stability and security long after your divorce is final. This money is to help pay for things like daycare, medical bills, extracurricular activities and more. You understand that it’s…
