Louisiana custody orders outline parental rights and responsibilities. Each parent has a specific amount of parenting time and a degree of legal decision-making authority. They cooperate with one another by regularly exchanging custody, sharing information about the...
Young people who come into contact with the justice system in Louisiana are often given options beyond jail. The aim is to correct behavior without causing long-term harm. Many of these alternatives focus on education, rehabilitation and second chances. If your teen...
“You have the right to remain silent” is a common phrase in many television shows and movies that showcase interactions with the police. This is the start of what’s been deemed the Miranda rights after the case Miranda v. Arizona. That case went before the United...
Most Louisiana residents who are in a covenant marriage never anticipated when they chose this type of marriage that they might one day be divorcing. After all, covenant marriage (which is an option couples can currently choose in only a few states) is intended to be...
When people divorce, they have to separate their resources and financial obligations. The property division process requires concessions from both spouses or sometimes the input of a family law judge. People generally need to divide their assets in an appropriate...
How often have you heard someone say, “They wouldn’t have confessed if they weren’t guilty”? However, it happens more often than you realize. Teenagers are more likely than adults to confess to a crime they didn’t commit. How does this happen? The teenager’s brain...
Teen behavior can shift quickly. One moment, your child may be cheerful and focused; the next, may be distant, frustrated or acting out. These changes often feel like part of adolescence, but sometimes they hint at deeper issues. Some patterns of behavior may signal a...
Summer vacations are a time for children to enjoy experiences away from home. It’s also something that can lead to considerable stress for their parents if they aren’t involved in a relationship any longer. Planning a vacation when you have a child custody situation...
If you encounter a police officer and they want to ask you questions, you may feel nervous. You may find yourself concerned that saying the wrong thing could lead to an arrest. You don’t want to make some sort of mistake or accidentally incriminate yourself. You’re...
Those hoping to fight pending criminal charges must respond appropriately in criminal court. They likely need to retain the services of a criminal defense attorney to explore their options for avoiding a criminal conviction. There are multiple kinds of defense...
