If an officer thinks you are driving while under the influence, you may see flashing lights and a siren behind you. These are signs the officer wants you to stop. In addition to administering a breath test, the officer may ask you to perform a field sobriety test like...
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Should you stay informed of your parent’s estate plan?
As your parents age you may want to encourage them to think about critical end-of-life decisions. Through your support and genuine care for their well-being, you can stay informed of their intentions to make things easier when they do pass away. Your parents do not...
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...
4 tips for telling your children about your divorce
When you got married, it may have felt like you completed another common rite of passage in life. According to the Pew Research Center, half of all Americans in 2017 over the age of 18 had a spouse. You may not have expected that your marriage would eventually end in...
Should I establish paternity?
While you may know that your child is your biological offspring, making sure you have legal rights through establishing paternity is an important step you should take. According to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, if you and the mother are...
Establishing paternity in Arkansas
Unless you and your child’s other parent were married at the time of your child’s birth, you must establish paternity in order for both parties to have the same rights. Establishing paternity offers notable benefits for the parents as well as the child. Doing so may...
How can I de-stress my divorce?
Divorce is rarely ever an easy process. Even when both spouses are largely in agreement about major issues, things like deciding custody, dividing up assets, and creating a parenting schedule can be challenging. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make your...