When someone you care about passes away, you expect the executor to handle their estate properly. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. If you are a beneficiary, you have the right to stay informed and watch for potential problems. Warning signs to watch for...
Life doesn't stop after a custody order. Job relocations, remarriages and shifting parental circumstances are normal, but when do these changes justify modifying your custody agreement? In Arkansas, courts require proof that circumstances have changed in ways that...
Coming home from a night out or a friend’s party can take an unexpected turn when you approach a checkpoint. What begins as a brief stop can quickly become stressful if officers suspect impairment. If you are facing a driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under...
Police officers do not always arrest people after uncovering suspicious circumstances. They have the right to use a degree of discretion. In cases where there seem to be unusual circumstances or questions about the legality of a person's behavior, officers may give...
Many people think of wills when they think of estate planning. While estate plans can include a variety of documents, many people rely only on wills to establish a legacy and protect their loved ones. A will makes estate administration more predictable and less...
Divorce often comes after financial conflicts. One example is when couples are financially dishonest, which is often referred to as financial infidelity. They are not being transparent with one another or are intentionally lying about their assets, spending or income....
When you are a father facing divorce or a custody case, it is easy to anticipate the worst. You may be concerned that Arkansas courts view you as less important than the other parent. These fears are common, yet they are often rooted in myths rather than reflecting...
The legal limit under Arkansas law is set, for most drivers, at 0.08%. This is a measurement of their blood alcohol concentration while they are operating their vehicle. If the police give you a breath test and you meet or exceed this limit, then you could find...
When a person passes away, it is common for them to have some outstanding debt that has not yet been resolved. Many older adults try to address debt in advance, such as paying off a mortgage or other major obligations, to reduce the burden on family members. However,...
The Miranda warning is a form of formal notification regarding personal civil liberties. Police officers may need to provide the Miranda warning to individuals who are in state custody to advise them of their rights. In some cases, defendants accused of crimes can...
