You’ve landed your dream job, and you could not be more excited. You want to believe the company behaves ethically and legally. Most will behave legally and ethically, but not all. That is why it is so important that you understand the employment laws in your state. Understanding your rights will allow you to make… Read more »
Villaume & Schiek Blog
What Does Retaliation and Reprisal Look Like in the Workplace?
Employers aren’t always fair. Ninety-nine percent of the time, they want you to walk the line of compliance and strict adherence to the rules or face demerits and unemployment, but sometimes that position of power is abused. Sometimes you may find yourself being punished for following the rules in a way that your employer decides they… Read more »
What to Do If You’re Worried About Your Co-Parent’s New Significant Other
Divorce is always wrought with complications, from property and money to how to co-parent your children. Even the most peaceful and friendly divorce agreements issues can come up that you did not expect. Both of you may be fine with the way you split up the property and happy with your co-parenting arrangement but no… Read more »
Actions that Could Derail Your Child Custody Case – Seven Life Changes to Avoid
If you are in the middle of a custody battle or working through child support agreements, monitoring your own behavior throughout the process could make or break the outcome you are hoping for. While your intentions might be to find the best agreement possible for your children and your evolving family, there are things that… Read more »
Preparing a New Home with Custody and Visitation in Mind
Setting up a new home after separating from your spouse is a difficult task that thousands of people go through every year. It can be hard to be the one moving away from the family home, even if it’s the best choice for you and your ex. But what about the kids? Whether you are… Read more »
How to Handle Supervised Visitation and Make a Good Impression
All divorces are messy. Even when both people quietly agree that the marriage is over, there are always still hurt feelings and entwined assets to separate. This process is made all the more difficult when there are children involved. In the vast majority of cases, one parent will be granted full custody while the other… Read more »
Seven Ways to Get the Most Out of Mediation Sessions While Divorcing
If you are going through a divorce, you might be lucky enough to find a way to get through the process amicably with your soon to be ex-spouse. The thing is, even divorcing couples that seem to be on the same page can benefit from mediation sessions. Sometimes issues can become more heated than one… Read more »
Seven Strategies to Help You Get the Custody Agreement You Want
Working through custody agreements can be stressful, but it is important to fight for what is best for your family when the opportunity arises. While custody agreements can be adjusted and revisited over time, it is easier to get this right from the beginning of shared agreements if at all possible. Whether you are seeking… Read more »
Navigating The Social Security Disability Claim Process
Have you worked hard for several years or perhaps decades but are now dealing with an insurmountable disability? You likely have given a lot of thought to applying for Social Security Disability benefits, also referred to as SSDI. The fact is, if you paid into the fund, you should be able to reap the benefits…. Read more »
Conspiracy: When Planning a Crime is a Crime
When it comes to being charged with conspiracy, it is one of those crimes that you often don’t get charged for on its own. This is because conspiracy is the charge of actually planning a crime and not necessarily carrying it out. This means you could be plotting a serious crime, and if you carry… Read more »