Biology connects children to their parents, but a home requires adults who provide a stable, nurturing and safe environment. The law provides a recourse so that a child whose best interests—emotional, psychological, physical and otherwise—rest with someone other their...
When the police approach you during a criminal investigation, it can be tempting to talk to them. After all, you probably want to try to explain the situation so that you can effectively deflect any suspicions. However, in most instances the best first step that you...
Doubt and apprehension comprise a significant part of every adoption. In almost all cases, state courts resolve these and the related legal issues by balancing relevant economic, social and psychological factors. An upcoming decision by the Supreme Court– expected in...
Although they happen to a lot of good people, DUIs are not in any way minor offenses. No one accused of drunk driving should think that they can just get it over with without facing any serious consequences. For one, even a first offense can land a person in jail for...
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...
Mississippi continues to seek recovery of nearly one-third of $77 million in federal welfare money from 38 people or companies. Brett Favre remains at the center of the investigation. Even though he was not charged with any crime, state auditors think that texts and...
Figuring out how to raise your children with your ex-spouse or ex-partner can be a struggle. You and your child’s other parent may have different parenting philosophies, and you might each have different ideas about what’s best for your child. This can make effective...
When Mississippi couples want to get a divorce, they must show the court there is a reason to grant it. In most states, simply saying there are irreconcilable differences is sufficient. That is not the case in Mississippi unless certain circumstances are in place....
The number of drunk drivers tends to increase over the summer and during holidays, which can sometimes mean more DUI checkpoints, as Mississippi police seek to keep the roads and highways safe. Being stopped at a DUI checkpoint can be a stressful and scary experience,...
One hallmark of a domestic abusers is that they rarely stop and only escalate their abuse. This is why victims are always advised to find a way to get out of the relationship as soon as humanly possible. But, just because you found your bravery to get out does not...