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The injuries suffered in a car accident can be extensive and long-lasting. In addition, those who are hurt in one of these wrecks often have to find a way to cope with their physical and emotional pain and suffering, as well as the financial ramifications of their...
You've likely heard that half of all marriages end in divorce. There are those who dispute this exact figure, but it still illustrates how common divorce is in the United States. It's something that eventually happens to many couples. What you may be wondering is, in...
Bankruptcy allows a person to discharge their debts and can allow them to keep certain property. There are two types of personal bankruptcy, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. There are income limits which affect which type of bankruptcy a person can file. Under Chapter 7...
You should not take assault and battery charges lightly. You could end up spending considerable time in jail, on top of having to live with a criminal record. If you face such charges, you might think claiming you acted in self-defense is your best bet, but it is not...
Bankruptcy is a big word with a lot of misconceptions attached to it. Many West Virginians understand bankruptcy to be a process where a person can get rid of some or all of their debts but that may leave them with no credit and other headaches. While bankruptcy can...
The legal threshold of a criminal conviction is pretty high. The prosecution has to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and evidence plays a significant role in that. It helps the jury arrive at a verdict. Given its importance, there are rules on how evidence...
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...
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...
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...
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...