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Why Have a Knowledge Base?
At Tingen & Williams, we believe that a good client relationship is an informed and empowered client relationship. We want you to know what’s going on in your case, and what we’re doing for you.
Our growing library of more than 600 legal articles demonstrates our commitment to transparency with our clients.
Ranging from Immigration Law to Criminal Defense, Virginia Divorce to Personal Injury, our Knowledge Base provides quick, accessible, and educational legal information to tens of thousands of visitors every single month.
We edit all of our content on a quarterly basis and adhere to strict editorial guidelines to ensure that our articles provide the most up-to-date and accurate information.
Over the past few years we’ve received website visits, phone calls, and questions about our articles from other lawyers and even law enforcement.
Our firm takes pride in the trust we’ve built not only among our clients, but throughout Virginia’s legal community.
By carefully curating and updating our already-extensive Knowledge Base, we hope to offer our extensive trust and experience to you as well.
Jacob Tingen
Managing Partner, Tingen & Williams, PLLC
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How to File for a Family-Based Immigrant Visa
Filing for a family-based immigrant visa can be a long and expensive road. Before you choose to file, make sure you understand the basics of the process.
How to Start a Business in Virginia: A 10-Step Guide
This step-by-step guide walks you through every aspect of starting a new business in Virginia, from choosing your idea to marketing your new brand.
The Virginia Divorce Process: A 6-Step Guide
In this guide, we cover the basics of the Virginia divorce process, and break these basics down in a 6 step example of Virginia’s uncontested divorce process.
Equitable Distribution: How to Divide Your Property During a Virginia Divorce
If you’re planning to file for divorce in Virginia, you’ll have to go through the state’s equitable distribution process to divide your property.
Reckless Driving in Virginia: The Ultimate Guide
Reckless driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia, punishable by hefty fines, license suspension, and even, in some cases, jail time.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Virginia: The Ultimate Guide
There are 5 general ways to receive DUI charges in Virginia, all of which will result in the loss of your license, fines, and possibly even jail time.
United States Trademark Law: The Ultimate Guide
Registering your first trademark can be hard. Luckily, this guide covers everything you need to know about registering your mark with the USPTO.
Affirmative and Defensive Asylum: What’s the Difference?
While the affirmative and defensive asylum processes include many of the same steps, there are also several key differences that you should be aware of.
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How Do I Recover My Damages After a Virginia Traffic Accident?
Generally, you should file a claim with the other driver’s insurance, who will investigate the issue. They will then return with an appropriate settlement.
8 Common Defenses to Fault-Based Divorce Accusations in Virginia
Generally speaking, you can use either procedural defenses or defenses based on conduct when fighting fault-based accusations during a Virginia divorce.
How to Request a Copy of an Accident Report in Virginia
In order to request a copy of your accident report from the Virginia DMV, you just need to fill out some paperwork and pay a small $8.00 processing fee.
How to Make a Pain Journal After a Traffic Accident
Victims of severe traffic accidents will often use pain journals to document the suffering they experience in the days and weeks following the crash.
Uninsured and Underinsured Traffic Accidents in Virginia: A Quick Guide
If you’re involved in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured motorist, you’ll often have to go through your own insurance to pay for your damages.
What to Do if Another Driver Hits Your Parked Car in Virginia
If another driver hits your parked car in Virginia, they must give you their contact and insurance information. Otherwise, they have committed a crime.
Can I Date During My Virginia Divorce?
While there aren’t any laws against dating during the Virginia divorce process, it’s still generally seen as a bad idea for a variety of reasons.
How Much Does a Trademark Cost?
Applying for a basic, vanilla trademark is actually surprisingly cheap. However, the costs surrounding the application process can add up quickly.
TEAS Plus, TEAS RF, and TEAS Regular: What’s the Difference?
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) offers three initial application forms for new trademarks. In most cases, the TEAS Plus is the best choice.
How to Check Your Driving Record in Virginia
You can request several different driving record transcripts from the Virginia DMV by contacting them online, in person, or through the mail.
Is Lane-Splitting Legal in Virginia?
Lane splitting is a form of reckless driving in Virginia, and carries the penalties of the Class 1 misdemeanor. Lane sharing, however, is perfectly fine.
How to Get a Small Business License in Virginia
Virginia does not have a set “small business license.” Instead, your local government will issue you the license after you prove compliance with a few laws.
