Seeking custody of a child who is not your biological child poses some important challenges you must address head-on if you hope to win custody of the child you love. Custody cases can vary wildly, depending on the individual factors at play in the situation. In some...
Did your black eye make you eligible for a U visa?
When you came to Mississippi in search of a better life for yourself and your family, you were willing to work hard and do what's necessary to make it happen. In fact, your first few years were fairly enjoyable as you set down roots and grew accustomed to life in the...
What are your divorce priorities?
Divorce is different for each couple, and each divorce requires a different approach to reach satisfactory terms for the parties involved. A friend's divorce that you witnessed may seem very similar to your own impending divorce, or have some of the same moving parts,...
Facing Mississippi DUI charges
Drinking and driving under any circumstances is never wise, even if you believe that you are under the legal limit. In Mississippi, drunk driving charges can carry significant legal penalties and trigger consequences that may last for years to come. However, this does...
Can I change my child support payments if I can’t afford them?
As a parent, you want the best for your child, even if you are no longer with the child's other parent. However, child support orders regularly become heavier burdens than a parent can reasonably bear. This can happen a number of ways. A court may hand down an order...