Being charged with a criminal offense can have significant and long-lasting negative effects. Having a criminal record can make the process of applying for a job or school, or trying to get a security clearance significantly more difficult — which is why it’s important to know your legal options when it comes to expungement. ...
The past year has been a scary time for everyone, particularly those who have been hospitalized with COVID-19. For many individuals, it made an already bad financial situation worse. Those who were already having a difficult time with their bills before the pandemic are really struggling now. Bankruptc...
Typically, an estate plan includes accommodations for your spouse, children, grandchildren and even future generations. But some members of the family can be overlooked, such as your parents or in-laws. Yet the older generation may also need your financial assistance. ...
Waves are rolling, sand is between your toes, but a police officer is blocking your attempt to get some vitamin sea. With summer beach season at high tide, a recent of an altercation between a beachgoer and police raises questions about alcohol, the beach and your rights. Can I drink alcohol on...
The recently passed “red flag” law is a gun control measure that gives police and courts the ability to remove guns and firearms from individuals that they determine to pose a substantial risk to themselves or others. Once that order is entered by the magis...
A nadie le gusta mucho papeleo. Pero si planeas declarar bancarrota, es clave estar preparado con toda su documentación correcta. La abogada de bancarrota comparte su conocimiento sobre los documentos que necesitas encontrar antes de hablar con un abogado. Recoge Todas Sus Facturas "Cuando vayas a consultar con un abogad...
While much of your estate plan focuses on actions that take place after death, it’s equally important to have a plan for making critical financial or medical decisions if you’re unable to make them for yourself during your lifetime. This is why including a power of attorney in your estate plan is a...
Declarando bancarrota puede ser un proceso abrumador. Usted sabe que hay varios capítulos de la bancarrota, pero ¿cuál es el adecuado para su situación? La abogada Xue Connelly analiza las diferencias entre los dos tipos más comunes de bancarrota para los individuos: el Capítulo 7 y el Capítulo 13. ...
Deciding which religion to raise a child in can cause serious conflict during a between parents of different faiths. Attorney Jessica Leischner explains who gets to decide, how holiday custody for interfaith families can be balanced, and what happens if parents can’t reach an agreement. ...
Millions of people fall victim to domestic abuse in the U.S. each year. Partners at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC discuss Virginia’s shall arrest statute on this week’s FAQ Friday. What is the Shall Arrest statute? The law st...
By Financial issues and marital discord often go hand in hand. So it’s not surprising that some couples decide they want to file for both bankruptcy and divorce around the same time. But filing simultaneously can create significant complications and delays. Bankruptcy attorney Xue Connelly explains it’s often...
A will or revocable trust may form the core of your estate plan, but for many people, a substantial amount of wealth bypasses these traditional estate planning tools and is transferred to their loved ones through beneficiary designations. These “nonprobate assets” may include IRAs and certain emplo...
By Engagements, unfortunately, don’t always lead to wedded bliss. Sometimes a fiancé discovers he or she is in love with the engagement ring — but not with the person who proposed marriage — and wants to hang on to the valuable bauble after the breakup. Recent En...
Repossession of any personal item by a creditor can be devastating. Xue Connelly, attorney at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC explains what repossession is, the most common types of repossession, how repossession happens, and how to effectively deal with repossessions. W...
When an adult dies without an estate plan in place, it can be devastating for their dependents who rely on their financial support. Attorney Xue Connelly with Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC breaks down why it is vital to have an estate plan in pla...
