Virginia Code § 46.2-852 defines reckless driving as driving a vehicle carelessly at a speed or manner that can endanger a person’s life or property. Reckless driving is a class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia which carries a maximum fine of $2,500.00, jail time of up to 12 months, and could result in the revocation of your driver’s license. In Virginia, …
What are the Penalties for a DUI in VA?
Do you go to jail for DUI in Virginia? You are in violation of Virginia Code § 18.2-266 when you drive or operate a motor vehicle in Virginia while your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is 0.08 percent or higher. A first offense DUI in Virginia could include a fine of up to $2,500, a license suspension of up to …
What is the Difference Between a DWI, DUI and DUID in Virginia?
DWI generally refers to Driving While Intoxicated and DUI generally refers to Driving Under the Influence. While some states place a difference between these two terms and make one less serious than the other, Virginia does not. There is no difference between DUI and DWI in Virginia; the terms are used interchangeably. Both terms are covered by the state’s drunk …
Big News: Holcomb Law on Inc 5000 Series List 🎉
Holcomb Law is #238 on this year’s #Inc5000Series D.C. Metro list. We are so proud of our growth and can’t wait to help more people in our community. We love our clients!
How are Assets Divided in a Divorce in Virginia?
Divorcing couples in Virginia frequently clash over dividing marital assets and debts. If the couple cannot agree on the matter between themselves, a Virginia court judge will decide it for them. The division of assets and debts during divorce is costly and time-consuming. For these reasons, many couples sort out their issues through agreement. Most couples, however, fail to recognize …
Holcomb Law’s Annual Team Summit 2020
The Holcomb Law team recently went to the Outer Banks for a few days. We closed the office and spent this time together planning for the new year and coming up with ways to better serve you, our clients. We are really excited for what’s in store for the upcoming year! You can read more about our trip in the …
What is Considered Marital Property in Virginia?
Couples facing divorce may find property division a confusing and anxiety provoking part of their divorce case. Also referred to as equitable distribution, property division is the legal division of property rights and liabilities between spouses during divorce. Virginia is an equitable distribution state. The goal of the state’s property division system is to divide a divorcing couple’s marital assets …
HOLCOMB LAW IS ONE OF INC. MAGAZINE’S BEST WORKPLACES 2019
Holcomb Law is one of the highest-scoring businesses, with standout employee engagement YORKTOWN, VIRGINIA (May 16, 2019) – Holcomb Law has been named one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2019, our fourth annual ranking in the fast-growing private company sector. Hitting newsstands May 28 in the June 2019 issue, and as part of a prominent Inc.com feature, the list …
Knowing More About the Legal Rights of the Stepparents
In the latest study from the Pew Research Center, it was found that more than 50% of children (younger than 18 years old) in the United States are living in a non-traditional household. It is now more common to see children living with parents who have remarried. In fact, Pew’s research suggests that around 15% of children in the country …
Who Has Custody of a Child If There is No Court Order?
When there is no court order both parents have equal rights over the child or children. There is no parent more valuable than the other in the eyes of the law. Both mother and father have equal rights to spend as much time with the child as they want. Even when responsibilities are split between the husband and the wife, …