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Field sobriety tests are one of the methods police officers can use to charge you with drunk driving. If you fail they may charge you straight away, or ask you to take a breathalyzer test to confirm their suspicions. You have probably seen field sobriety tests in the...
Once upon a time, people assumed that what a girl really needed when her parents divorced was her mom. Hence courts typically gave mothers physical custody of their daughters and allowed the fathers to see them on weekends. Times have changed. While courts still...
Your number one goal in child custody decisions should not be to get what you want but to do what is best for your child. You might assume those are the same things, but if you step back a moment, you might see they are not always the same. Making the right decision...
When you divorce, you officially separate your life from your spouse's. You no longer have financial or legal responsibility for their actions or decisions the way you might during a marriage. However, until the courts finalize your divorce, you are still vulnerable....
Prescription drugs can do a world of good, but they can also cause significant harm. There are strict controls in place to help ensure that prescription drugs don't pose a substantial risk to the general public. For example, only licensed medical professionals can...
Children often feel the effects of their parents’ divorce quickly once they learn of the split. Even if the divorce makes a more peaceful home, they’re likely going to go through many emotions related to the situation. It might be difficult for them to cope. Parents...
It is safe to say that few electronic or mechanical devices are 100% infallible. Unfortunately, we all rely on devices in the modern world. You may envision cell phones or tablets when you think about the word devices. However, a Breathalyzer is a device, too, and is...
Gray divorce (involving those 50 or older) has increased significantly in all American states, including Iowa. At one time, couples looked forward to spending their golden years together, but now they often encounter obstacles barring them from maintaining a long-term...
As a parent, you want your child to do what is right. Unfortunately, there are times when children make mistakes that may get them in trouble with the law. Juvenile delinquency is a serious issue in the United States. Around 17% of all people placed under arrest in...
Divorce can have a massive impact on anyone’s life. In a very short time, your relationship status, living situation and parenting schedule can undergo a dramatic shift. Property division is usually one of the most contentious issues during divorce. Yet, it is not...
