As a foster parent, sometimes you have the opportunity to adopt the children that you grew close to. While this can be an incredible time, it can also be a complicated one. If you are in the process of adopting foster children, the Children’s Bureau has some advice on...
Month: January 2021
Month: January 2021
What are the best interests of the child?
Divorce is painful for everyone involved, but for the children it can be especially traumatizing. But because the fundamental differences that eventually pull a couple apart can create tension in the family for years, divorce often ends up being the right decision for...
Drug court and getting a second chance
Facing criminal allegations is a difficult predicament to be in. Even more so, those in Mississippi and elsewhere convicted of a crime are in a much more challenging situation, as this could mean enduring harsh criminal penalties. Depending on the crime, there may be...
What penalties can you face for a DUI conviction?
The holidays are a busy time for law enforcement agencies that are looking to curtail drunk driving. As a result, there are a number of Mississippi and Alabama residents who will be entering the new year facing criminal charges that threaten nearly every aspect of...
Why do divorce rates increase in January?
If you have ever spoken with a divorce attorney before, the chances are good that he or she has mentioned January is divorce month. It is so-called because divorces seem to peak at this time of the year. Reader's Digest explains that there are a few good reasons why...