How long do I Have to be Separated before I Can Get a Divorce in Virginia?
How long do I Have to be Separated before I Can Get a Divorce in Virginia? The quick answer is that it depends but most likely you will...
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Jun 7, 20221 min read
Not all emergency room malpractice involves physical errors
When you hear about medical malpractice, you probably envision a doctor operating on the wrong body part or leaving a tool inside an...
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May 10, 20222 min read
Whom should I give my power of attorney?
When creating a trust or will, it’s imperative for you to appoint a power of attorney should you become incapacitated. A power of...
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Apr 11, 20222 min read
Benefits of Mediation in Divorce
It is no surprise that divorce can be a stressful time for anyone who experiences it. The stress of divorce can be mitigated however, if...
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Apr 5, 20222 min read
Calculating child support: What to expect in Virginia
If you go through a divorce and have children, either you or your ex-spouse will be responsible for child support payments. Child support...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Apr 4, 20222 min read
Bitten by a dog? It’s time to head to the emergency room
Although dogs are touted as “man’s best friend,” there are certainly cases where these animals bite and cause serious damage to their...
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Mar 1, 20221 min read
Infidelity likely won’t affect custody issues
As unpleasant as it is to learn, you can anticipate sharing custody with your cheating ex in most scenarios. Although the courts have...
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Feb 17, 20223 min read
What will my spouse get when I die?
The Virginia legislature passed laws in 2017 which impacted estate planning for married people. The “elective share” statute provides a...
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Feb 2, 20222 min read
Will Virginia child support help you pay for your teen’s college?
Children are incredibly expensive. It can cost thousands of dollars just to give birth, possibly more if there are complications that...
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Jan 4, 20222 min read
Make co-parenting a little easier
Co-parenting enables children to have both parents play an active role in their life even though those adults aren’t romantically...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Dec 21, 20212 min read
Tis the Season to Avoid a Reckless Driving Charge
‘Tis the Season for merriment and mirth. However, there is always the possibility that between the holly and the jolly, you will “merry”...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Dec 8, 20211 min read
Can you get a divorced if you cannot locate your spouse?
Some marriages break so badly that the two spouses drift as far apart geographically as they do emotionally. Over time, the other spouse...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Dec 2, 20212 min read
What can a dog’s eyes tell you?
Dogs are the most popular and beloved pets across the United States. Because of their popularity, they are frequently humanized. However,...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Nov 9, 20212 min read
An accurate cancer diagnosis requires more than a single test
A primary responsibility of medical doctors and diagnosticians is to ensure the diagnosis given to patients is as accurate as reasonably...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Oct 5, 20211 min read
Why fighting for child custody may be the wrong thing to do
When your spouse says they want a divorce, your instant reaction might be to fight them every step of the way. Yet this may not be the...
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Sep 7, 20211 min read
3 costs to consider when claiming compensation after a crash
If you are injured in a car crash, you will need to file a claim to cover the costs you incur. Yet you might not know what elements you...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
Aug 2, 20211 min read
Only bring up divorce when you’re sure.
Have you ever been involved in an argument with your spouse when you felt the urge to tell them that maybe you should just end the...
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Jul 22, 20212 min read
Why are distracted driving accidents so common?
It is a shocking conundrum that there is near-unanimous agreement that distracted driving is an unsafe habit, yet the collisions continue...
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Jul 5, 20211 min read
Drowsy driving: As dangerous as drunk driving
Drivers have to be in a condition to safely operate their vehicles. When they aren’t others on the roadways are in danger. When you’re...
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Ross & Beckman, PLC.
May 31, 20212 min read
What happens to your FEHB when you divorce a federal employee?
If you or your spouse is a federal employee, you have access to excellent benefits, including Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB)....
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