The common understanding of domestic violence, which has been articulated by the National Coalition on Domestic Violence, is the intentional intimidation, sexual assault, physical assault, battery, or any abusive behavior against an intimate or familial partner. This...
The People’s Lawyer
Month: January 2022
An inaccurate witness may not be intentionally lying
If you're facing criminal charges and a witness gives an account of what happened that you know does not line up with what actually took place, it's natural to assume that the witness is lying. However, you may be perplexed as to why they would lie about what happened...
Is your child being harmed by parental alienation?
We know that family law issues can be hotly contested. Nowhere is this seen more frequently than child custody disputes. In many of these instances, each parent thinks that he or she knows what’s best for the child, and squabbles can therefore arise over just about...
What happens when you settle a personal injury claim?
Personal injury accidents can be devastating. Often, West Virginia residents who suffer injuries in car accidents, dog attacks, and other serious incidents incur significant medical costs and lose time from their jobs and families. It can feel overwhelming to consider...
Does your spouse have the legal ability to deny a divorce?
Your spouse has always maintained that marriage is supposed to be for life and that they will never get divorced. They believe that it should not be done under any circumstances. You do not share this belief, however, and you would like to get a divorce from your...