Many Virginia residents are watching their finances begin to spiral out of control, and if you are among them, you may be seeking a way to give yourself a fresh start. You may have heard that debt consolidation may help you lower monthly payments or streamline the...
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How can parental alienation change your child?
Children who suffer from parental alienation almost always show signs of it. After all, the alienating parent often utilizes abusive techniques to get their way. These marks of abuse will show in most kids even after a small amount of time. But how exactly do these...
Dividing a 401(k) in a divorce
Property division proceedings present a number of complexities as divorcing couples attempt to cope with what family courts in Virginia considers to be marital assets. One asset subject to such action that often becomes a source of considerable contention is a 401(k)...
What do you know about recovering from bankruptcy?
You feel that filing for bankruptcy in Virginia represents the most favorable way to resolve your current financial woes. Before you file, you want to get a head start on your financial recovery. Forbes offers tips for bouncing back from bankruptcy. Know which steps...
Keep your home with a Chapter 13 bankruptcy payment plan
Your home is probably your most important asset, not just in monetary terms but because it is where you and your family live. If you are fighting significant debt problems, filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy protection may be the solution—and you would be able to keep...
What is parallel parenting?
When divorce ends messily, it can be difficult for you and your spouse to continue communication. As a parent, you have an even more difficult situation. Where some couples can cut contact and move on, you must consider the well-being of your children. Couples who...
Is it better to negotiate our own divorce agreement if we can?
If you are pursuing a divorce in Virginia, you have several options for how to proceed. While these options lie on a spectrum, they generally fall into three categories. You may hire attorneys for litigation, use a mediator to help you come to an agreement or...
When a gaming addiction results in divorce
Whether you are struggling with an addiction to gaming or your spouse is always playing games, there are various topics to go over when it comes to the end of your marriage. For example, gaming addictions sometimes complicate the divorce process, whether someone fails...
How can I handle the holidays after my divorce?
The holiday season is a time for joy and family. For divorced parents, feelings are often more complex. You may be without your children for the first time in years, which can be disheartening. You may also be involved in squabbles about who gets the kids on which...
What types of property can you keep in Virginia bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy does not mean you lose all your possessions. Virginia allows residents who file for bankruptcy to take certain exemptions for assets that the court will not seize to repay debt. These are the most common bankruptcy exemptions to know about in...