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Should I Hire A Lawyer for A Traffic Ticket in Virginia?
SHOULD I HIRE A LAWYER FOR A TRAFFIC TICKET IN VIRGINIA? If you receive a speeding, DUI, or traffic ticket in Virginia, you should seek legal advice. Although certain criminal defense cases do not require legal representation, it is always beneficial to get legal advice from an experienced attorney. Challenges differ from case to case and a lot depends on whether it’s your first, second, or even third offense. At CowanGates, our traffic ticket lawyers in Richmond, [...]
‘Leaders in the Law’ for 2019 Named
'LEADERS IN THE LAW' FOR 2019 NAMED Virginia Lawyers Media, the publisher of Virginia Lawyers Weekly, has announced the 2019 class of “Leaders in the Law.” Now in its 14th year, this awards program recognizes the lawyers across the commonwealth who are setting the standard for other Virginia lawyers. “Leaders” are recognized for changing the law, serving the community, changing practice or improving Virginia’s justice system, among other accomplishments. And, new this year, Virginia Lawyers Media will [...]
Not Afraid of Drinking & Driving? You Should Be.
Not Afraid of Drinking & Driving? You Should Be. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is taken very seriously in Virginia. The consequences of being convicted of a DUI in Virginia are significant. Most people are not aware of the far-reaching effects of a DUI conviction. At CowanGates, we want our clients to think twice about driving while impaired. Here is a breakdown of what will likely happen if you are arrested for a DUI [...]
Is an Estate Plan Created in One State Valid in Another? Portability of Estate Plans Across State Lines*
Is an Estate Plan Created in One State Valid in Another? Portability of Estate Plans Across State Lines* By: Scott D. Stovall, Esq. While most estate planning documents drafted and executed in one state would be recognized by other states if you move to another state, you should have your estate plan reviewed by an estate planning attorney in the state where you move. The typical estate plan includes wills, powers of attorney for financial and medical [...]
What’s the First Step in My Personal Injury Case?
What’s the First Step in My Personal Injury Case? Personal injury cases are often very intricate, involving a number of different parties and potential damage elements. When taking the first steps to establishing a personal injury case, be sure to do the following: Bring together everything you have that relates to the case: any documentation, witnesses of the event, any other parties involved in the incident, law enforcement officers that were present or documentation issued by those [...]
Sole Custody of Children
Sole Custody of Children The “sole custody” label is a fairly new one in custody disputes in that, until the 1980s, courts rarely considered any option other than awarding one parent custody of the children while granting the other limited amounts of time to “visit” with the children. American law has evolved from bright-line rules regarding the placement of children with their fathers, to the Tender Years Doctrine requiring that small children remain with their mothers, to [...]