Most pet owners think of their animals as companions, not property. However, the law regards them as the latter. This can create a stressful situation when deciding who should keep the family pets in a divorce. Arkansas is an equitable distribution state, meaning the...
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What are the far-reaching consequences of a DWI?
Getting a DWI charge can feel scary for numerous reasons. However, many people focus solely on the short-term consequences such as the possibility of going to jail. The far-reaching consequences of a DWI conviction have much wider and more long-lasting impacts,...
How do assets end up divided in divorces?
When going through a divorce, many people worry about the state of their assets to a high degree. Where do these assets go? How do they get divided? Understanding the division of assets is important when it comes to preparing for the asset-dividing portion of divorce....
Adjusting for your blended family future
Supporting your family as a single parent can be difficult. It may even feel lonely. When you open yourself up to a new relationship after divorce, you also open yourself up to the chance of a blended family. Blended families of two divorcees and their kids might seem...
Should you suck on a penny during a DWI stop?
Few things can interrupt an otherwise fun night with friends faster than a roadside stop. This is especially true if you have consumed alcohol, as Arkansas has some serious penalties for those who drive while impaired. As you may know, officers cannot arrest you...
Handling probate when you are the executor
The idea of taking an estate through the probate process might sound intimidating and excessive. Most used in situations where the decedent died without a will, you might face the responsibility of shouldering this task as an executor. Knowing what to expect might...
Your divorce checklist
Getting organized can help you reach a fair settlement during your divorce. Fortunately, once you know what you need, it is easy to keep yourself on track. Here is a divorce checklist. Be sure to follow each step to stay as organized as possible. Consider settlement...
The folly of facial recognition
Since 2001, law enforcement has used facial recognition technology as an essential tool in their criminal investigations. Since 2016, one out of two images of American citizens has been placed into a law enforcement database. The system purportedly removes human bias...
A DWI can occur without the ingestion of alcohol
You know that consuming alcohol before getting behind the wheel can lead to an arrest for driving while intoxicated. However, various drugs also affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Illegal substances are not the only ones that impair driving...
When to revisit your child custody arrangements
In Arkansas, the courts understand that change happens. Your initial custody arrangement may not always benefit you or your children. Fortunately, you do have the option to modify your custody arrangements after different life events. As your child's needs change and...