A child custody dispute can threaten your time and your relationship with your children. That’s why you must defend your parenting abilities and the contact you have with your kids. But if the other parent has filed a motion to modify custody or is trying to restrict...
The People’s Lawyer
Year: 2024
How can you be a safer truck driver?
West Virginia can be a challenging route with its high traffic volumes and changing terrain, which can become dangerous if you're unprepared. Accidents involving large commercial vehicles are part of reality, and safety is paramount for everyone. So, how can you...
What you need to remember about self-defense in West Virginia
In any public gathering, emotions can run high – especially when alcohol is involved. Unfortunately, it only takes a few drinks before some people show the worst sides of themselves, especially when they’re inclined to be aggressive. You know you have the right to...
Who is at fault for a T-bone collision?
Getting into a collision can be an overwhelming experience, often confusing all involved parties. Right after the crash, the situation can seem unclear, usually affecting the process of determining fault. It typically happens during the accident’s aftermath, so...
4 dog bite myths
While many people do not talk about the dangers of dog ownership, the reality is that dog bites do happen. Dog bites and other animal injuries can be misunderstood. It is important to learn about some common dog bite misconceptions: Myth 1: All dogs have rabies ...
What charges can you file after getting a dog bite?
Let’s face it: even the most well-behaved dogs can have a difficult day. Sometimes, that could mean a bite, leaving you with a sore wound and a legal headache. Unlike other states, dog bite laws differ for West Virginia residents, especially about where the dog was...
What is the age of consent in West Virginia?
Sexual intimacy comes with a host of risks for the people involved in an encounter. The possibility of pregnancy and the risk of sexually transmitted illness make consent or voluntary participation in sexual acts important. Individual states across the country have...
3 major benefits of Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Debt can be suffocating, with bills piling up and relentless creditors won’t stop calling. Despite all this, you may not have entertained the thought of bankruptcy. Misconceptions surrounding bankruptcy do tend to overshadow its potential benefits. Chapter 7...
The dangers of driver fatigue
Have you ever been tired? Of course you have. Have you ever driven when tired? Again, you probably have at some point. There are so many factors that can cause tiredness that it’s hard to avoid feeling tired all together. In fact, something would be wrong if you never...
How domestic violence impacts child custody decisions
Marriage can be messy at times. When it becomes too difficult to resolve a marital problem, couples often decide to end their marriage. For some, divorce could be an easy process, if they can reach a mutual agreement. But divorce involving domestic abuse is typically...