Authorities investigating drug crimes may take months or years to build cases against alleged drug traffickers. As a result, when they begin arrests, police may wrangle more people than originally intended. In addition, charges may vary from person to person, but any...
The People’s Lawyer
Year: 2022
Proving your slip-and-fall case in West Virginia
Slip-and-fall accidents can occur anywhere at any time and can result in serious injury. Property owners have a responsibility to do what is reasonably possible to prevent those visiting their property from getting hurt. If you have slipped or tripped and fallen while...
Can a protective order save me after divorce?
If you are living with an abusive spouse, you do not have to stay. The law has protections, and the police will help enforce those protections. However, you need to understand what could happen, and then, plan how to stop your spouse. Economic abuse If your case is...
3 custody matters you need to consider for your parenting plan
Your parenting plan is a detailed document explaining how you and your ex will share parental responsibilities and rights. This document serves as an important guide as you develop a cooperative relationship as co-parents instead of an acrimonious relationship as...
Is bankruptcy the right choice for you?
There are many reasons why people find themselves facing overwhelming debt, especially with the upheaval of the past couple of years. The loss of a job, medical debt or an unexpected occurrence can quickly cause your financial stability to collapse, leaving you...
The clock is ticking on your ability to recover compensation
West Virginia requires the driver of every motor vehicle to operate their vehicle in a reasonably safe manner. When someone fails in that duty, causes an accident and injures you in the process, they are considered legally negligent and can be held liable. Sometimes...
Common causes of T-bone accidents
T-bone accidents are one of the more severe types of crashes that can occur. As the name suggests, T-bone collisions involve one car hitting the side of another, thus forming a T-shape. One of the most dangerous aspects of this type of crash is that the driver who has...
How does West Virginia define domestic violence?
Domestic violence is taken more seriously than it was in the past, with more protections available for abuse victims. However, because of the complex nature of family and household dynamics, it is understandable if you are not sure that what’s happening to you is...
Abuse can cause lasting effects on your children
Life often changes after marriage – people buy homes, start families and invest in the future, but that doesn't mean life is better after marriage. People may find that their spouse acts differently after marriage. They may become more controlling, they may hit you,...
Understanding assault and battery charges in West Virginia
When many people think about assault and battery, they picture a person acting violently towards another. However, in many states including West Virginia, assault and battery charges can stem from much more than a violent action. If a prosecutor establishes all the...
