Congratulations on getting engaged! Amid all the wedding planning activities, there is one thing to consider. Should you get a prenup before saying I do? The practice has become increasingly common, but you are unsure if it is the right thing to do.Opposers argue that...
If police officers stop you and suspect a DUI, they will likely ask you to take a breathalyzer test. People who get a result of blood alcohol content exceeding the legal limit of 0.08 percent often assume there is no point in fighting the charges that ensue. How can...
Nobody gets married with the anticipation that they will eventually get divorced. You are optimistic and in love, but the unfortunate truth is that divorce is a frequent occurrence. Its commonness is likely little comfort if you are in the midst of a separation, but...
Alaska pet owners considering divorce will have more to consider when it comes to their pets. Pets are no longer mere pieces of material property subject to division in a divorce. While one usually thinks of children when considering custody issues, pets are not...
You are struggling with your ex to figure out child custody issues. For example, perhaps you want joint custody while your ex wants sole custody. You go out to a bar one night, have a few drinks, leave, and the next thing you know, you are being pulled over and...
If you are thinking about divorcing your spouse in Alaska, it is important for you to anticipate different outcomes. You may have certain beliefs and expectations about the process, but if you do not plan your separation carefully, you could end up with a settlement...
If an Alaska law enforcement officer pulls you to the side of the road for any reason, and he or she has a reason to believe that you may have been drinking, you may have to take a standardized field sobriety test. This battery of three tests can indicate a blood...
As you contemplate ending your marriage to your spouse after many years in Alaska together, you may be wondering what to do and when. One of the hardest things about divorce is not knowing which advice you can rely on. Some pieces of information are a lot more...
If you are a suspect in another person’s death, you might be wondering what to expect. There are a number of different scenarios that might play out, and the most important factor will be what criminal charges you are facing. Many people are unfamiliar with the...
When parents split up, it’s never easy. One of the greatest challenges is coming to an agreement about parental responsibilities and parenting time (often called custody and visitation).Here are 16 questions to ask yourself as you work on creating a parenting...
