Anyone who’s facing criminal charges may come across some terms or concepts they don’t fully understand. One of these is "mens rea," which is a Latin term that means “guilty mind.” It’s used in criminal law cases to refer to the mental state or intent behind a...
One of the things that has to be done before you can legally end your marriage is splitting up the marital estate. This isn’t always easy, particularly when there are significant and complex assets. The first step in property division is determining what’s included in...
Parenting plans often include a variety of terms for both parents. One of these is referred to as the first right of refusal, which is a rule that allows the parent who isn’t physically with the child at the time to care for the child during the other parent’s...
Drivers often feel a sense of dread when they see the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind them. They must realize that police officers can’t just initiate a traffic stop without a reason. Instead, they need to have reasonable suspicion in order to stop the...
Being charged with forgery can raise serious concerns about your future and reputation. This type of allegation is more than just a paperwork issue. Forgery is a criminal offense, often tied to financial harm, identity misuse, or document manipulation. While it can...
High-asset divorces often involve complex financial portfolios, multiple income streams and valuable property. Unfortunately, that also creates more opportunities for one spouse to try to hide assets to reduce what the other receives during the property division...
Divorce can be an emotionally draining experience, even for couples who agree that divorce is the best way forward. The end of a relationship brings about a flood of feelings, from sadness to anger — and sometimes resentment. While these emotions are natural, they...
When going through a custody battle, it's easy to assume both parents are fighting because they deeply care about their children's well-being. But when one of those parents is a narcissist, the reality can be far more manipulative and harmful. Narcissistic co-parents...
What type of person are you in a dangerous situation? Fight or flight? Oftentimes, we don’t even know until the moment arrives. External factors could also influence our decision, such as being out in public versus at home or if we have a weapon. And something else we...
If you’re a parent and divorcing, one of the hardest questions you might have is “where will my children end up?” It's an emotional process, and understandably, you want what’s best for your child. Custody decisions can feel overwhelming and confusing, especially...