Parental alienation, defined by the American Bar Association as a rejection of a parent by a child that is "unequivocal, strident, without guilt or ambivalence, absolute and without justification," can negatively impact a child in a number of ways, both in the short...
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A Timeline for Navigating the Divorce Process in Washington, D.C.
When dealing with any legal matter, be it a criminal charge, a family law case, or something else altogether, it's normal to find yourself overwhelmed with questions about the legal process, potential outcomes, and different financial and emotional factors. This is...
What Happens When Someone is Falsely Accused of a Sex Offense?
While every criminal charge is serious in it's own right, few carry the severity and stigma of a sex offense. Whether it's indecent exposure, sex abuse of a minor, or rape, all sex offenses can bring with them heavy legal penalties ranging from fines and registration...
A Timeline for Navigating the Divorce Process in Pennsylvania
When dealing with any legal matter, be it a criminal charge, a family law case, or something else altogether, it's normal to find yourself overwhelmed with questions about the legal process, potential outcomes, and different financial and emotional factors....
4 Factors that Impact Child Custody During a Parental Relocation
While divorce cases may formally end following a judge's final decree, the court orders put in place as a part of that decree have a long lasting impact on the lives of both parties and others involved in the case, especially for children of divorce. The impact can be...
A Timeline for Navigating the Divorce Process in Maryland
When dealing with any legal matter, be it a criminal charge, a family law case, or something else altogether, it's normal to find yourself overwhelmed with questions about the legal process, potential outcomes, and different financial and emotional factors....
How to Navigate a Divorce During the Holidays
With Thanksgiving already behind us, we’re officially in the throes of the holiday season, and while this time of year is often associated with joy, love, and togetherness, that’s unfortunately not always the case for some families. Sometimes life can get in the way...
5 Things to Avoid When Looking for A Lawyer
If you or a loved one are dealing with a legal issue—whether it’s a criminal charge, a messy divorce, or a complex civil suit—two of the most important questions you may have are as follows: Do I need a lawyer? If I need one, how do I pick the right one for me? While...
3 Important Facts About Your Fifth Amendment Rights
"I plead the fifth." It's an incredibly well-known statement, famous for it's use in both popular culture and real life. However, while many people are familiar with the phrase (and the fifth amendment in general), not everyone actually understands the protections...
3 common misconceptions people may have about divorce in Maryland
Navigating a divorce can be tricky for practically anyone. Several factors, such as emotional turmoil, financial challenges, co-parenting dynamics and social stigma, can contribute to the inherent difficulties associated with divorce. Common misconceptions can make a...