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It’s no secret that the winter holidays are heavily fueled by alcohol. From spiked eggnog and mulled wine to bourbon-filled chocolates, this is just a “boozy” time of year for many. It’s also no secret that Iowa’s authorities are planning a serious crackdown on...
You certainly understand the risk of getting a DUI, so you make sure you always have a ride anytime that you drink, or you simply drink at home so that you don't have to drive. You do everything you can to avoid an accident or legal charges. But could you get a DUI...
In Iowa, drivers on the roadway who are suspected of drunk driving could face a charge called operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, or OWI. It carries significant penalties, which can include jail time. Here is what you should know about the penalties for OWI...
Now that you and your spouse have decided that it is time to divorce, you may be hoping to feel calmer. The children are acting out at home and in school. They are feeling the stress of the coming divorce and they may be grieving as well. You may be hurting, but your...
The decision to obtain a divorce is rarely one that is taken lightly. Not only can the divorce process be stressful, but the end results can also significantly impact the lives of each spouse, as well as children if they are present. Additionally, divorce can have...
Following a divorce, parents can agree to a custody agreement. In that case, they may request the court to enter an order that enforces such an agreement. However, if the parents cannot find common ground regarding the custody of their children, the court will focus...
One important factor with drunk driving arrests is that the police need to have a reason for each stop. This is known as having reasonable suspicion. They are not allowed to make random traffic stops, after which they try to find out if the driver is breaking the law....
Divorce can impact a person's future in countless ways, including financially. For Iowa residents who have made the hard decision to split up with their spouse, protecting their financial future often means working with a CDFA. What is a CDFA? A certified divorce...
In addition to all the other details you need to settle when you get divorced in Iowa, developing a co-parenting arrangement that you, your former spouse and the children can stick to, maybe for years to come, is challenging. Everyone has their own competing...
A divorce is an event that can have life-changing consequences. Many of the changes can be positive, but it is perfectly natural to have reservations about your future. Knowing what roadblocks could occur during your divorce may help you manage your expectations....