One thing many Louisiana couples who are going through a divorce may worry about is the effect the divorce will have on their children. If you have this concern, the fact that you are thinking about it is an important first step. Focus on the children Children can...
In many cases, when teenagers get their license in Louisiana, they rarely think about the consequences of getting a DUI. Many teens know that it is illegal to drink and drive or that it can lead to fines and jail time, but not many of them realize that it can affect...
Legal paternity is not automatic as some families in Louisiana will discover. However, it is important for both parents and children for fathers to establish legal paternity as there are many benefits it can provide to everyone involved. How is paternity established?...
Drunk driving causes many accidents and fatalities, which is why states make strict laws. Alcohol impairs judgment, decreases decision-making abilities, and interferes with reflexes. Drivers in Hammond, Louisiana should know DUI laws and possible penalties they may...
Teenagers can sometimes be notorious risk-takers, and consuming alcohol reflects one way younger persons throw away cautions. Underage drinking is not legal, but many teenagers do so anyway. Worse, some teens might become intoxicated and get behind the wheel of a car,...
Parents of teens in Louisiana who are facing criminal charges in juvenile court can find some relief. Thanks to a new law, the state has eliminated fees from the costs of going to court. Here are some facts of the law that you should know. What is the new law? The new...
Compelling witness testimony could secure a conviction in a criminal case. Unfortunately, not all "compelling testimony" is truthful. A witness may implicate another person in a crime after making outright false statements. A Louisiana jury may not realize the...
If the custody arrangement you currently have with your ex-partner is no longer viable, it may become necessary to officially request a modification to the custodial arrangement in court. For parents in Louisiana with a child custody arrangement that doesn't work...
It is tragic when a teenager makes a mistake that will stay on their permanent record and follow them for the rest of their lives. The situation is much more severe when the minor has to face an adult sentence for a crime. Under certain circumstances, prosecutors can...
Former couples with children in Louisiana must consider child support. Whether or not they were married is irrelevant as state law requires both parents to be responsible for supporting their child. It’s important to know the state's laws and guidelines. What are the...
