In Mississippi divorces, children are a primary focus. Since they often get caught in the middle of the parents’ dispute, state law strives to ensure their best interests are served and they are properly cared for. Part of that is ensuring the child support order is...
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Which jobs have the highest divorce rates?
Over the past few years, there was talk about a divorce tsunami that was right around the corner. It was believed that these trying times would lead many to call it quits, but that appears to be largely hyperbole; however, the United States still sees about a 50%...
Is a post-adoption contact agreement right in your case?
Adopting a child can be a joyous occasion. After all, you’re giving a child a safe and stable home that they may not otherwise have, and your household is filled with love and support. With that said, the process of adopting a child isn’t always easy. This is...
Officers look for these common signs for driving under the influence
Law enforcement has a long list of indicators before pulling someone over on suspicion of driving under the influence. Without these signs, patrols may not have reasonable suspicion or probable cause they need to justify the stop. Once they do stop a driver, further...
What is the process of adopting a child?
Many families may be started or grow because of adoption and the adoption process. For that reason, potential adoptive parents considering adoption should be familiar with the adoption process and how family law legal tools and resources can help them as they begin...
Modifying a Mississippi order for child custody
The entry of a final judgment and decree in a Mississippi divorce usually resolves all issues between the divorcing parties, including property division, spousal support, child support and child custody. Unfortunately, living and financial circumstances sometimes...
How much does a Mississippi DUI raise your insurance rates?
Mississippi takes driving under the influence of alcohol quite seriously and penalizes offenders accordingly. If a law enforcement officer stops you, charges you with drunk driving and you wind up with a conviction, you may find that the expenses you face in the...
Petit and grand larceny in Mississippi
Mississippi, like other states, defines theft in terms of the property value. In summary, petit larceny, or “petty theft,” is misdemeanor theft while grand larceny is a felony. Understanding the distinctions Mississippi makes for different types of theft can help...
Collateral consequences and expungements
Any conviction may include collateral consequences that go into effect after someone has paid the fines and completed the incarceration and other penalties. According to the American Bar Association, about 45,000 collateral consequences exist at the federal, state and...
Calculating the financial cost of a DUI in Mississippi
Those who have recently received a DUI charge in Mississippi know they are facing a huge financial hit, but the actual final costs can vary widely. Understanding Mississippi laws for driving while intoxicated can help anticipate sentencing fines. Knowing how the legal...