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...
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...
With 2021 upon us, many people in Gulfport may be turning their attention to their taxes. If you divorced in 2020 there are some tax related issues you should be aware of. The following is a brief overview of how the divorce issues of alimony and child custody can...
The holiday season is a special time for gift-giving, family traditions and a change of pace, much of it focused on the children. Unfortunately, these special moments can be spoiled when parents who share custody have not put in place a holiday plan ahead of time, or...
By now, everyone has heard about the uptick in divorces this year. That is an unfortunate sign of the times. But, for those looking to not be another statistic, a postnuptial agreement may offer some relief, or at least, make any subsequent divorce a little easier....
In just about any criminal case, the prosecution is going to rely on witness testimony to a large extent. That means that the weight that a judge or jury gives to an individual’s testimony can make or break your case. Does that sound like something that’s out of your...
Whether you are currently worried about intimate partner violence or your spouse has abused you or your child in the past, it is imperative to think about domestic violence and the divorce process. First of all, victims of domestic violence (which includes physical,...
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...
Your divorce has been finalized and the court has signed off on your child custody agreement, making it an official order. After a few years of smooth sailing, you find that the current arrangement no longer works for your family. What should you do? In many cases,...
Child support orders in Mississippi are legally binding. The state uses a simple percentage of the noncustodial parent's income and requires child support until the child reaches age 18. When support goes unpaid, the parent who does not pay will be subject to interest...