Hands-Free Driving is Now Mandatory in Virginia
In case you haven’t heard: Starting January 1 of this year, it is illegal to simply hold any cell phone or other communication device...
Jan 7, 2021
Family Dynamics: Navigating the Discussion
Congratulations! You’ve made it through Thanksgiving, and Christmas and New Year’s are right around the corner. Whether your celebrations...
Dec 4, 2020
What Happens to My Will If I Get Divorced?
You are a responsible adult and made a will. Like most married individuals, your will gives everything to your spouse if you happen to...
Nov 7, 2020
Priority of Claims Against an Estate
a.k.a. Settling an Estate’s Debts Credit card debt, taxes, mortgages, vehicle loans, student loans, utilities – all of these are...
Oct 26, 2020
Going Away to School? Get These Documents.
If you have a young adult going away to college next month or starting out on their own, consider asking them to have a power of attorney...
Jul 1, 2020
When a Child Joins a Family After a Will was Made
Clients will frequently inquire as to the status of children born or adopted after the clients sign their wills. Children who are left...
Jun 5, 2020
Family, Exempt Property, and Homestead Allowances
Last month, we discussed the right of an excluded spouse to claim an elective share of their deceased spouse’s estate. This month, we’re...
May 1, 2020
National Healthcare Decisions Day 2020
Today is significant for several reasons: Today marks one month since Virginians began to stay home in an attempt to flatten the COVID-19...
Apr 16, 2020
Big Change Means Big Scams
Last week, the IRS sent out a reminder to taxpayers that COVID-19 has not slowed down criminal activity. In fact, the IRS is anticipating...
Apr 6, 2020
Elective Shares
“For richer, for poorer.” When two people get married, their vows often contain language indicating that they will love each other no...
Apr 2, 2020
