One of the most common questions people have about their own rights is when police can legally search their home. After all, the Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures. Over the years, there have been both state...
Any drug charge has the potential to be a serious legal problem for a Virginia resident. Readers are encouraged to use the information provided in this post as a starting point for learning about their criminal defense options to such...
Children deserve to receive love and support from both of their parents. That is why the courts may become involved in child support matters when parents choose to end their relationships in divorce. Child support is money that parents pay...
Readers of this Fairfax-based legal blog may know that the penalties residents can face for alleged drunk driving charges and accidents are heavy. The loss of one’s driving privileges, jail time and fines can all befall a person who is...
In the months and years following a divorce, many parents find it difficult to know when to protect their parenting time and when to practice flexibility. Some parents allow too much flexibility in their shared parenting time and miss valuable...
In order to file for divorce in Virginia, there are a number of requirements that individuals must meet in order to be able to use the courts of the Commonwealth for their proceedings. This post will explain some of the...
Getting into an altercation can be physically painful and legally problematic. Depending upon how a law enforcement official interprets the events of a fight, a Virginia resident may find themselves facing serious assault or battery charges. A conviction on such...
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Richard F. MacDowell Jr. focuses his practice on personal injury, wrongful death, business representation, and family law. With over 40 years of experience, he is known for direct client access and aggressive litigation on behalf of injured clients across Northern Virginia. He founded MacDowell Law Group, PC in Fairfax and is admitted to practice in Virginia and Maryland, as well as before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Bhavik D. Patel focuses his practice on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation. A graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, he is known for staying directly accessible to clients throughout the life of their case, keeping them informed at every step. He is admitted to practice in Virginia and is a member of the American Bar Association.
When you’re injured in a collision with a driver who lacks sufficient insurance (or any at all), it may feel...
Read MoreWhen school begins and summer draws to a close, Virginia roads become noticeably busier. Parents resume the school...
Read MoreCar accidents are stressful, costly, and often life-changing. After a crash, many people expect that the insurance company...
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