Fairfax Legal Blog

When people in Virginia think about armed robberies, they usually imagine them happening at gunpoint. With all of the buzz about gun violence in America, it is easy to forget about the danger that can be posed by other weapons.  While guns can be fatal from a long...

If you have recently gone through a divorce, it is natural to have hard feelings toward your ex-spouse. To this end, many individuals make an attempt to deny shared custody with their ex-spouse due to not wishing to deal with them any longer. However, it is important...

When it comes to child support, there are a host of factors to think about and every couple is in a unique situation. Sometimes, people are unable to pay what they owe because of the recent loss of a job or a health crisis they suffered. In other instances, some...

In Virginia, a family law judge may award support and maintenance for several reasons. Typically, courts consider nonfinancial matters such as each spouse's contribution to the marriage, whether there are grounds for divorce, how long the marriage lasted, and the age...

When someone is charged with driving under the influence, many aspects of their life become unclear, especially in the immediate future. For example, people worry about how the charges will affect their job and their reputation in the community. When someone is...

Nowadays apps like Tinder are becoming more popular for people to meet up. When a Tinder date goes well, you expect to go home afterwards without any worries. What happens when the Tinder date accuses you of date rape?  When using apps like Tinder, you do have an...

Rape is one of the worst human experiences known to its victims. More than not, the victims are women and children, which tends to greatly outrage the media more than most other crimes. In recent times, however, there has been a split in how the general public...

Whether you work with juveniles in Virginia or are the parent of a child, you may have spent time worrying about what the future will look like if youth that you care deeply about become involved in criminal behavior. With a strong network of support stemming from...

Virginia law enforcement can arrest you for driving under the influence with a measured blood alcohol content of at least 0.08%. You must consent to a blood or breath test in this situation or risk additional penalties.  In addition, the penalties for DUI in...

A large percentage of now-married couples in Pennsylvania met initially online through dating websites or social media. Online dating is now the most popular way for couples to meet. However, there are risks involved. Perhaps the biggest risks are becoming the victim...