Whether you are getting ready to begin paying child support or you have paid support for many years, it is pivotal to familiarize yourself with your payment options. Even though support is often pulled directly from a parent's paycheck, you could have to find a...
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What is inattentional blindness?
Sometimes, drivers can put themselves at risk on the road without being aware they are doing it. Cognitive distractions are a real problem, but it is only something each person can control, and in some cases, they may not even realize a distraction is occurring. An...
How do I file for divorce?
Once you make the decision to divorce your spouse, you will want to file as soon as possible. Being the first to file can have benefits, and it allows you to control where you file. It is important that you ensure you file properly and in the right place. You may need...
5 things fathers should know about custody battles
During the divorce process, fathers commonly worry about whether they will be able to spend enough time with their children. Learning more about the logistics of child custody disputes can help fathers prepare strategically. Here are five things that you should know...
Divorced couples who reunite and remarry
Most divorces represent finality in permanently ending a relationship with a spouse. However, a significant segment of marital dissolutions that end see exes reuniting and marrying again. Deep emotional bonds are hard to break, regardless of the circumstances that...
What makes for responsible adult substance use?
When you’re going to be drinking or using any type of substance that could be potentially impairing, you need to be conscientious about conducting yourself responsibly. Taking the right precautions can help you avoid unsafe situations or serious legal issues. Here are...
How police catch the big fish drug trafficker
When it comes to drug offenses, the police are often much more interested in the big fish than the small-time drug dealer. For that reason, they have many tactics used specifically to locate the big fish in drug crimes. Observation Observation is the most commonly...
What is a mandatory minimum?
Anyone facing indictment for a crime could be looking at a jail sentence. An unfavorable ruling might be calamitous. Should a mandatory minimum apply, the presiding judge must impose a requisite punishment. Learning about mandatory minimums can help prisoners...
3 things to do to prevent a DUI from ruining the vibe
Your friends and family want to enjoy a fun night out with you that ends with you safely in bed. Unquestionably, a DUI can carry a considerable cost, both in freedom and money, and will completely ruin your vibe. When out drinking, these tips can help to keep you and...
Should I refuse a field sobriety test?
If you make the mistake of driving while intoxicated, you put yourself at risk of a DUI arrest. However, people make a few misconceptions and mistakes when they get pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving. Police officers are under no obligation to help you when...