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Penalties and Repercussions of a DUI in Virginia
What Constitutes a DUI in the State of Virginia In the state of Virginia, driving under the influence is defined as operating a motor vehicle when your blood alcohol concentration is at least 0.08 percent or higher. A DUI/DWI is considered a class 1 misdemeanor by the...
What is Considered Wrongful Termination in the State of Virginia?
What is wrongful termination? Wrongful termination is the termination of an employee without just cause. Wrongful termination is illegal in the state of Virginia. Wrongful termination actions can be pursued if an employee is terminated without legal cause. However, in...
What You Need for the Green Card Medical Exam
If you are in the process of applying for a United States green card, congratulations. A green card will grant you lawful permanent residence in the US. To receive a green card, applicants must undergo a medical examination to show that they are not inadmissible to...
Important Tenant Rights To Know
If you’re a tenant and renting your home or apartment, this can sometimes mean missing a rent payment. Missing a rent payment can have serious repercussions, so it’s important to know your rights. What rights do Virginia tenants have? The Virginia Residential Landlord...
Spousal and Child Support- How is it determined?
Spousal and child support are financial obligations that a party may acquire or receive as a result of a separation or child custody case. The way support is determined can change from state to state and it has to be ordered by the judge overseeing the case. Spousal...
Driver’s License Newsletter
On July 20, 2020, Governor Ralph Northam signed the Driver Privilege Card Legislation. This legislation gave the Department of Motor Vehicles permission to issue driver privilege cards to undocumented immigrants living in Virginia beginning January 1, 2021....
DACA Newsletter
Great News! On December 4, 2020, a federal judge ordered the Department of Homeland Security to fully restore the original DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program. This means that effective December 4, 2020, the USCIS must begin to process DACA...
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Steps to Becoming A Naturalized U.S. Citizen
Becoming a U.S. citizen provides several benefits — the right to vote, for example — along with permanent residency and protection from deportation. But even small mishaps can cause the naturalization process to be delayed or possibly denied. The right guidance is...
Understanding The Different Powers of Attorney
Have you heard the term “power of attorney” and wondered what it is and if it would benefit you to have one? Let’s break it down. A power of attorney (frequently referred to as a POA) is a legal document. It grants a person you name the authority to make decisions for...