You may have wondered how the police decide to pull over a driver on suspicion of DWI. Why does a police officer believe that someone may be driving under the influence? Sometimes a drunk driver gives off signs that something is wrong. As FindLaw explains, there are...
Year: 2020
When should I take my divorce to trial?
In the majority of cases, collaborative or mediated divorce is a superior divorce option. These types of divorces tend to end quicker and be less expensive than a trial divorce. However, there are some situations where you may need to take your divorce to trial....
Sports memorabilia deception ends in 21-month sentence
Under the Arkansas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, consumers who purchase goods and then claim to suffer a financial loss may file a complaint against the seller. As reported by the American Bar Association, Arkansas makes it unlawful for a seller to use deception or...
When is a person legally incapacitated in Arkansas?
In Arkansas and other states, many estate planning decisions rest on the idea of incapacitation. Whether you are planning your living will, a power of attorney, guardianship or other agreement, you will need to consider the possibility of incapacitation. As Arkansas...
What happens if you refuse a breath test?
Arkansas, like many other states, has an implied consent law. This law means that by driving a vehicle in the state, you automatically consent to take a blood alcohol test upon the request of any law enforcement officer. What this means to you when an officer pulls...
What are the Arkansas marijuana possession penalties?
Arkansas has some laws in local jurisdictions that have either fully or partially decriminalized marijuana. State law, however, considers possession of even a small amount a misdemeanor or worse. If you live in a city that has decriminalized marijuana, you should look...
Talking to a spouse after a hostile divorce
If you recently finished your divorce or you are in the middle of ending your marriage, it is important to recognize some of the challenges that arise regarding communication. Sometimes, the divorce process is incredibly hard for couples, such as those who find...
Fathers’ rights in Arkansas
If you are a father whose marriage is ending, your most important questions likely center around custody. You do not want divorce to jeopardize your good relationship with your children. Arkansas courts agree. When it comes to divorcing parents, Arkansas law states...
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...