These days, the common presumption of the courts is that parents will more-or-less share the custody of the children. The idea is that children thrive best when they have a solid relationship with both of their parents.
Most of the time, that's true. There are situations, however, when it's totally appropriate to ask the court for sole custody of your child during a divorce. Here are a few:
Drugs and Alcohol
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The duties of a probate lawyer go beyond what most people presume. While they are the "go to" will attorney when it comes time to make out a will, probate lawyers also oversee the will after the maker's death as it winds through the probate process. Read on to find out more about what a probate lawyer can do after a death.
Wills and Probate – Those that die intestate (without a will) must still have their estate probated.
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Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious matter. Things can quickly escalate, however, when the charge is aggravated DUI. Those charged with this higher level of DUI must be prepared for a greater degree of potential punishments than that of a simple DUI. To find out more about aggravated DUI charges and what to expect, read on.
Enhanced Penalty Situations
Each state imposes DUI penalties differently, so check with your criminal defense attorney for more information.
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If you get a speeding ticket or a citation for reckless driving, understand that you have the right to hire an attorney to help you fight the ticket. Even when you feel you are guilty, it is beneficial to you to try and fight against the citation. The consequences of admitting your guilt and trying to move on can cause you to have your driver's license suspended. When you are found guilty, your insurance rate will go up and you can have points established against your license.
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With nearly 270,000 estimated new cases of invasive breast cancer being diagnosed in 2018, breast cancer is a medical condition that isn't to be taken lightly. Unfortunately for some patients, the risk of dismissal and late diagnosis is very real. When this happens, it can make the difference between the potential for life-saving treatment and a terminal cancer diagnosis. If you have found yourself a victim of late diagnosis due to medical dismissal or previous misdiagnosis, you may be wondering what your legal rights are.
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