By Hunter Law Firm | Published November 29, 2018 | Posted in Estate Planning, Wills | Tagged Tags: power of attorney | Leave a comment
What Is A Power Of Attorney And When To Consider One For Yourself Or A Loved One
A power of attorney is a written legal document that provides authority for one person to act on behalf of another. General powers of attorney grant broad decision-making powers for the person authorized to act (the agent) on behalf of the person granting the authority (the principal). Because powers of attorney can be broad, you Read More
Read MoreUnderstanding Child Custody Laws in Virginia
When parents enter into divorce, there are many concerns over which parent will retain custody of the children. While no two situations are alike, the following information provides a general guideline to educate you on child custody laws in Virginia. COURT’S INVOLVEMENT: Virginia’s Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court hears cases deciding child custody, visitation, Read More
Read MoreCongratulations to Larry Lockwood
We are pleased to announce that the Hunter Law Firm’s Larry Lockwood has been named one of the ten best Virginia attorneys of 2018! Owing to his strong client satisfaction and his leadership in his field, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys bestowed this award upon Larry. Additional criteria to earn this title include Read More
Read MoreHow To Navigate An Injury Lawsuit Against A Big Box Retailer
If you have been injured because of the negligence of a big box retailer, there are a lot of steps that fall on your shoulders to get you the compensation that you deserve. While you may be able to navigate these waters on your own, your chance for a successful outcome dramatically increases with an Read More
Read MoreWalmart Slip And Fall Claim Secrets Revealed – How To Pursue An Injury Claim Against Walmart
When it comes to an injury at Walmart, things are more complex than other big box retailers. Walmart prides itself in aggressively proving its store is not at fault. Here is why… Walmart is one of the largest retail stores in the world with locations across the globe. In Virginia, Walmart operates over 108 Supercenters, Read More
Read MoreWhy Hire A Lawyer To Help With Your Workers’ Compensation
In this do-it-yourself world, it may seem the first choice to handle workers’ compensation claims on your own. However, there are a myriad of reasons as to why this path could lead to a denied claim, delay in payment, and even leaving money that is owed to you “on the table.” COMPLEX FORMS TO COMPLETE: Read More
Read MoreHunter Law Firm Announces New Chesapeake Southside Location
For the convenience of our clients, The Hunter Law Firm has opened a new Chesapeake/Southside office. This new location is in the Churchland Medical and Professional Center, 3800 Poplar Hill Road, Suite G, Chesapeake, Virginia. Accompanying the locations in Hampton and Gloucester, the Chesapeake office makes the third office location in Hampton Roads for the firm. Read More
Read MoreCan Your Criminal Record Be Cleared And Rights Restored When Charged With A Crime?
In today’s economy it is hard enough to find a place to live, a good job, or even credit without adding the hurdle of a criminal record. Many landlords choose not to rent a house or apartment to someone with a criminal record. Many employers have rules restricting individuals with a criminal record from employment. Read More
Read MoreChanges In Tax Laws And Their Impact On Estate Planning
The 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA), commonly referred to as the “Trump Tax Cuts,” made significant changes not only to income taxes, but to estate taxes as well. Many of these changes may impact your estate plan, and could warrant a review of existing documents, or even the development of a new plan Read More
Read MoreApportionment Of Military Retirement In Divorce
Navigating a divorce has many layers of complexities. Navigating a divorce in a military marriage has added layers of complexity. One of those added layers is the issue of apportionment of military retirement. In a Virginia divorce proceeding, a military spouse is not automatically entitled to receive a marital share of the military member’s disposable Read More
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