Little Rock Legal Issues Blog
Will I have to pay alimony?
After a divorce, you probably would like to move on, but often, you must continue to provide some care for your former spouse in the form of alimony. You should know that judges do not automatically assign spousal support in every case. It is possible to not have to...
Should I put my adult child on my deed?
There are many reasons to try and avoid probate. Probate can be extremely time-consuming, and it can also be expensive. The public nature of probate is also off-putting to many individuals. In order to get around property going through probate, many people consider...
What is the difference between DWI and DUI in Arkansas?
Similar to several other states, Arkansas has two different classes of driving-under-the-influence crimes. You may know them by the familiar terms DWI and DUI. In common speech, the two are generally interchangeable — you could use one or the other to get your point...
Study: High Rate of Teen Drinking & Driving In Arkansas
Most of the news this year has been dominated by stories about Covid-19. Because of this, some other important news either doesn’t get reported or doesn’t get much notice. One such news item appeared in late March, and it is a report that Arkansas parents need to be...
Steps to take once your divorce is final
Once your divorce is approved by the court, a divorce decree will be issued. This is the finalization of your divorce and a court order that needs to be followed. Take a deep breath and a sigh of relief. Your divorce is final. Before you put it all behind you, though,...
Court Weighs Cellphone Protections For Suspects
One of the most valuable pieces of property that any of us own these days is our cellphone. Although they are often expensive, their primary value is not financial. Instead, they typically hold access to all of our most private and personal data. For this reason, most...
A trend in recent white collar criminal cases
There are a number of reasons why people commit white collar crimes. Some perpetrators believe they deserve more than they receive from their employers. But while many people may think of white collar criminals as aggrieved individuals who feel powerless playing by...
What makes a will valid in Arkansas?
Like many people in Arkansas, you have hopes that after you die, a court will swiftly process your estate and allow your children to receive an inheritance from you. You might feel your will is enough to ensure a speedy route through probate. However, a family member...
What are the duties of the executor during probate?
If you are the executor of an estate, then your duties will kick in upon the death of the estate owner. Your first duty is to file the proper paperwork and documents with the court, but your obligations to the estate do not end there. Kiplinger explains that you...
Should children use social media to contact non-custodial parents?
Nowadays, everyone is on social media. Even your children are probably on some form of social media during the day. After your divorce, is it okay for your children to use social media to contact their other parent? Some parents worry about the effect that the...
