Financial concerns usually dominate divorce proceedings. People worry about splitting their assets and the reduction in their household income. Those preparing for divorce need to understand the process if they want to achieve the best possible outcomes. Dividing...
The holidays are when parents make memories with their children and reinforce family traditions. They can also be a very stressful time, as parents have to stretch their budgets, acquire popular gifts and coordinate travel. All of those obligations become more...
If you’re managing the estate of a loved one who lived outside Arkansas but owned property there, you may be surprised to learn that probate must still take place in Arkansas. Understanding how this works and what steps to take from afar can help you navigate the...
When the state accuses a person of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense, most people associate that scenario with drunk driving. Obviously, it is a violation of Arkansas state statutes to get behind the wheel while noticeably affected by alcohol or while over the...
There are many different criminal defense strategies that people can develop before going to trial. Some people establish an alibi or present the courts with a credible alternate suspect. Others might raise an affirmative defense by showing that unusual circumstances...
Many marriages, particularly those that are long-term, have considerable marital estates. Those estates may include various assets, but they also include debts. If a couple decides they’re going to divorce, the entire marital estate has to be divided. During a divorce...
A personal representative administering an estate commits to months of efforts on behalf of a deceased individual. Their efforts can uphold the last wishes of the deceased party and ensure the comfort and protection of their family members. Either the probate courts...
You are driving home from a friend’s house late at night, and a police officer pulls you over. When the officer comes up to your window, they tell you that they thought you were swerving in your lane and that you may be intoxicated. It is one of the common signs they...
People spend time on social media on a regular basis. Some are more open than others, but there are times when using extreme caution is critical. One of these is if you’re going through a divorce. Many people choose to stay off social media when they’re going through...
Discovering that a will may have been written under duress can be unsettling. A will is meant to reflect the true wishes of the person who created it, and any pressure or coercion can undermine its validity. When a will is suspected to have been signed because of...
