Choosing to divorce is a life-altering decision. Those who end their marriages have to prepare to divide their property. They may face costs related to the divorce itself and major changes in their day-to-day lives after the end of the marriage. It is therefore...
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Drunk driving can easily cause a head-on collision
Every day, thousands of people take to the roads, trusting that other drivers will follow traffic laws and maintain safe driving habits. Unfortunately, drunk driving is one of the most common and dangerous forms of impaired driving, often leading to devastating...
5 issues that may arise during a gray divorce
A couples who have stayed married for years may have very complex relationships because of what they have experienced together. They may also face very complicated divorces if they decide they do not want to stay married. A gray divorce involves people over the age of...
The 3 BAC limits that apply to drunk driving charges
People accused of drunk driving generally face criminal charges in one of two situations. Many people get arrested when they display obviously diminished driving abilities, such as when they swerve all over the road or cause collisions. The state can also prosecute...
Can a criminal conviction keep a parent from seeking custody?
People arrested for alleged criminal activity are often anxious about the future. They worry about taking the case to trial. They also worry about what might happen if they plead guilty. Different offenses may carry a variety of different penalties ranging from...
Beating a drunk driving case after failing field sobriety tests
Police officers generally gather several different types of evidence to support their claims of impaired driving. Oftentimes, chemical test results are a major part of the state's case. However, field sobriety test results can also play an important role in an...
What should spouses consider during the property division process?
People who are married often accumulate assets and debts throughout their marriage. If they decide to end their marriage, they then have to go through the process of splitting everything up. Some people go into the marriage with a prenuptial agreement in place. Others...
What are co-parenting, parallel parenting and bird’s nest parenting?
Parents who are divorcing have to determine what type of parenting arrangement they’ll utilize moving forward. This determination is often influenced by the relationship between the adults because each approach employs varying standards for communication, compromise...
Can a first OUI offense lead to an IID in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, an operating under the influence (OUI) charge is the same as a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in many other states. Drivers who display obvious impairment or who failed chemical tests may be subject to arrest and prosecution. The penalties...
Massachusetts semi-truck crash statistics drivers need to know
Many people view most statistics as confusing or meaningless. After all, researchers can sometimes allow their personal biases to affect how they gather and analyze data. However, some statistical information is helpful for those concerned about personal risk. For...