A Review Of Cold Cases In Arkansas

As we leave behind the month of October, the majority of Americans trade their spooky decorations for festive trees and colorful lights. But not every family has the luxury of forgetting about things that go bump in the night when one of their loved ones is actively missing or presumed dead. 

Property Damage, Vandalism, And Other Spooky October Frights

As we approach the end of October, local law enforcement is on high alert. Teenagers and young adults who have phased out of trick-or-treating find other means to participate in Halloween…but their method of celebrating isn’t always legal.

Kinship Adoption and Guardianship In Arkansas

A few years ago, the tragic story of Gabriel Fernandez hit national news and devastated Americans across the country. Little Gabriel was an eight year old boy who, despite being the subject of dozens of CPS calls, was murdered by his abusive parents.

Common Property Disputes Part 2: Eviction Notices

There’s a knock at your door. You open the door, and the person confirms your name. Then the person says, “you’ve been served,” hands over a pile of papers, and leaves.

Common Property Disputes Part 1: Landlord and Tenant Issues

According to the National Multifamily Housing Center, approximately 45 million households in the U.S. rent their current dwelling. Of these renters, 82% expressed dissatisfaction with the housing market prices, leaving them with no affordable options to own their own home.

Arkansas Resources for Victims of Intimate Partner Violence

Over the past few weeks, intimate partner violence headlines have run rapidly among individuals in the public eye. Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei lost her life after being violently burned on 80% of her body by her significant other.

Self-Defense Laws 101: How to Legally Protect Yourself in Arkansas

According to the U.S. News, Arkansas was ranked the fourth most dangerous state in America in 2023. With 645 violent crimes out of 100,000 crimes reported, Arkansas barely misses the mark for top competitor (New Mexico with 780 violent crimes per 100,000).

How Partition Sales Can Recover Financial Investments In Shared Properties

Out of all the financial assets between couples, shared property is one of the most expensive. But what happens to the shared property in the event of divorce or separation from a long-term partner?

Creating Custody Agreements With School-Aged Children

Continuing with our back-to-school theme, this week we’re exploring child custody agreements involving school-aged children. Creating a custody schedule can be complicated, especially when co-parents have to consider school hours.

Which Co-Parent is Responsible for Buying Back-to-School Supplies?

Parents, it’s that time of the year again: back-to-school season. According to Forbes, the average student will cost $586 in school supplies for the 2024 school year. This is a big expense for any family, especially for those with multiple school-aged children. But who covers the cost after separation or divorce?