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The problem with roadside drug testing
Though marijuana has been slightly decriminalized in Mississippi, residents should exercise caution, and they should never drive with illegal substances in the car. Not only is it illegal to drive under the influence, but police in other states have been arresting...
Considerations during gray divorce in Mississippi
Gray divorce typically refers to a divorce between older couples who have been married for quite some time. The portfolio of assets held by the couple is often significantly more substantial than that of a younger couple. Therefore, there is a greater amount of...
Co-parenting is hard, but there are options
Divorce can be overwhelming, especially for parents. Mississippi spouses with children may feel overwhelmed trying to figure out how to share custody after a separation. Though it used to be the norm for mothers to have full custody, many people have realized that it...
Alternating weeks is not always the best custody schedule
If you are like most Mississippi families that have joint physical custody, you have the traditional custody arrangement where the children spend one week with you and the next week with the other parent. However, experts are beginning to advise that is not the best...
Paying student loans after a divorce
Many Mississippi residents have student loan debt. The presence of a student loan balance could complicate the divorce process. How such a balance is divided in your divorce depends on when the debt was acquired and if your name is on a loan document. You're typically...
Understand the costs of a divorce trial
In some Mississippi divorces, couples will need to decide whether or not they need to go to court. This could be to settle custody or property division arrangements, but the costs are still the same no matter what. Before electing to go to court, the couple should be...
Traffic citations and driving privileges in Mississippi
Most of us rely on driving to get from place to place. No matter how careful we are on the road, one split-second mistake can result in a speeding ticket or other traffic offense. Whether or not you’ve been in this situation before, you’re probably concerned with what...
How is child custody determined in Mississippi?
Perhaps the most nerve-racking aspect of divorce for parents is child custody. When two parents decide to end their marriage, their number one concern is usually their children. Who will get custody? Will both parents, share custody, or will sole custody be awarded to...
Can I modify custody after the divorce?
Life is unpredictable. The things we plan might not always go the way we expect. This can especially be true after a divorce when unexpected factors arise and require you to reevaluate the decisions you previously made. One such decision may be regarding the custody...
Expanded expungement eligibility under 2019 Reform Act
Those who have committed crimes in their past know that even one conviction can haunt you for decades. A criminal background check for a new job or a rental situation will flag any kind of criminal activity—no matter when it occurred. A criminal past can feel like an...