If you are like most people in Missouri, you likely know at least one divorced man who has been required to make alimony payments to his former wife. For some time, this was a relatively normal component in the average divorce settlement. This was a reflection in part...
Criminal records and job seeking
People in Missouri who want to find a new job after being convicted of a criminal offense may feel discouraged before they even submit one application. This can be due to the fact that they assume once an employer knows they have a criminal past, the company will no...
If Missouri police knock at your door, must you let them in?
It's Friday evening and you are glad to be relaxing at home with your family. You have plans for the weekend that include putting some burgers on the grill and inviting a few friends over for some drinks. Imagine that you and your spouse are just sitting around,...
Managing debt through a divorce
Debt seems to be something that most people in Missouri face in some way. It is all but impossible to buy a car or certainly a house without amassing some serious debt. In addition, credit cards have come to be a commonly used form of payment across the country in...
Signs that a Missouri driver might be intoxicated at the wheel
When you're traveling on a Missouri highway, you may feel nervous or even frightened if there's a lot of traffic and one or more drivers appear to be disregarding certain laws. For instance, it's never pleasant to share the road with someone who is tailgating you, or...
Reducing the risk of winter accidents and injuries
Most Missouri residents know that snowy winter weather may lead to slips, falls and injuries. For business owners, it may be especially important to find ways to make their properties safer for employees and visitors. There are several steps employers may take to...
How does Missouri’s zero tolerance law affect minors?
As a Missouri resident, you have likely heard about the state government's "zero tolerance" policy for drinking and driving. There state's DWI laws cover several different charges, and there may be severe penalties if you drive while intoxicated or refuse to take a...
Do I have to divide a personal injury award in divorce?
You would probably not have to divide all of your personal injury settlement or award if you got divorced. Missouri law differentiates between marital and nonmarital elements of payments you received for injuries.This is a particularly complex area of the law,...
What happens if you owe child support and are in prison?
Child support is not a punishment. It is a way for the state to guarantee that both parents support and care for a child. However, to some in Missouri, it may seem like a punishment. Specifically, if you are in prison, having a child support obligation can become a...
What are some special restrictions for sex offenders?
Based on some high-profile court cases involving sexual offenses, the law on the federal and state levels has changed when it comes to the punishment of sexual offenders. You may have heard of laws such as Megan's Law or The Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act....
