Rhode Island Legal News

Drager 5000: DUI Checkpoints for Pot

As the laws change across the country, changes happen to the enforcement of the laws. Motorists are already accustomed to the possibility of having to travel through a DUI checkpoint to see if they are driving under the influence of…

Divorce With Pets: Who Gets the Dog?

Going through a divorce is a stressful process. However, some situations make your divorce more stressful than others. For example, divorce with pets can be particularly difficult. People often treat dogs as they would treat their children. When the time…

How to Handle a Paternity Dispute

When a relationship comes to an end and there is a child involved, the stakes are high. A father might find himself on the hook for thousands of dollars of child support payments. In other cases, he might find himself…

Exploitation of A Minor Charges

We protect children from the grown-up world. Their innocence is essential and should be guarded. However, the internet has opened up a can of worms that is changing the world. Teens are getting in trouble for sending nude photographs to each…

Asset Division During Divorce: What To Know

When you and your partner end a marriage, there are quite a few details that you need to work out. One of those details is asset division. After years of marriage, you might have a hard time splitting up your…

Gray Divorce: A Growing Trend

You might think that a couple with a marriage of over 40 years is a happily married couple. However, this isn’t the case. Some people don’t divorce until later in life. Today, divorce after decades of marriage is so common…

Alimony Payments May Shrink Under New Tax Code

The nex tax bill has some amendments to alimony payments, and it is causing a stir. There have been plenty of controversial legislation to keep everyone talking, and this one is no different. However, it seems o be getting just…

Is Your New Years Resolution Divorce?

Is Your New Years Resolution Divorce? New Year’s resolutions are right around the corner and divorce is something on that list for some people. It is a new beginning and something they have been thinking about for quite a while…

Military Divorce In Different Countries

The issue of divorce is a complicated one. However, being in the military makes divorce even more complex. If you are stationed overseas, a military divorce is particularly complicated. Before you start the process, learn what it means to get…

Illegal Gun Possession in Rhode Island

The state of Rhode Island has very strict gun laws. It’s important to follow the laws because the state has serious penalties if you don’t. Illegal gun possession can turn your life into a nightmare. With this knowledge, you probably…

Gay Discrimination in Connecticut: Work & Societal Cases

Although the US has made many strides when it comes to gay rights, the country still has a long way to go. Connecticut is one of the most gay-friendly states. However, gay discrimination in Connecticut still happens. Discrimination Lawsuits in…

Variations in Prenup Laws

Marriage and divorce law are complex issues. Although a prenup agreement should make the process of marriage and divorce easier, it sometimes adds to the confusion. Find out how prenuptial agreements vary according to situations. Before you get a prenup,…