Lindsey Law

08/06/2026

Receiving a citation or a ticket both mean you must address a violation, but they carry different consequences. While traffic tickets usually involve paying a simple fine, legal citations often require a mandatory court appearance. Knowing which one you received helps ensure you protect your rights and follow the required steps.

Learn how a citation and a ticket are the same thing, the types of citations, what to do if you get a citation or ticket and how it affects your insurance.

08/04/2026

In many places, property owners are legally responsible for preventing underage drinking on their property, even if they did not personally supply the alcohol. Understanding social host laws helps adults know their duties when hosting events or social gatherings. Taking proactive steps to ensure minors do not have access to alcohol helps protect everyone involved.

https://alcohol.org/laws/supplying-alcohol-to-a-minor/

08/02/2026

Securing clear legal authority through custody, guardianship, or adoption is essential for grandparents raising grandchildren to ensure seamless access to healthcare, school enrollment, and financial assistance. Partnering with a family law attorney helps you select the best legal path for your family's needs while protecting your rights and financial stability.

As a grandparent raising grandchildren, there are many practical issues to consider—including legal, financial, and caregiving support.

07/31/2026

Starting the divorce process involves key legal and financial decisions that can shape your future. Both spouses have specific rights regarding property division, debt responsibility, and full financial disclosures. Knowing what you are entitled to and what you owe helps ensure a fair outcome for everyone involved.

https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/life-events/how-to-start-the-divorce-process

02/03/2026

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/what-is-the-difference-between-a-bankruptcy-dismissal-and-discharge.html

Find out what it means if your bankruptcy case was closed early or "dismissed" and the consequences of dismissed bankruptcies and refiling your bankruptcy.

02/03/2026

https://www.forensicscolleges.com/blog/follow-the-money/unpunished-financial-crimes

Check out an overview of the key factors related to the lack of prosecutions for major financial crimes in the 21st century.

02/01/2026

https://www.pnc.com/insights/wealth-management/being-prepared-/prenuptial-agreements-key-considerations.html

A prenuptial agreement can help keep family wealth in the family. Read about what a prenup is, when it is needed and key considerations when entering one.

01/30/2026

https://www.merrilledge.com/article/divorce-401k-retirement-assets

In a divorce, your 401(k) and retirement accounts are divided like other property. Here are a few things to consider, including taxes and legal implications.

01/28/2026

https://www.schwab.com/learn/story/how-to-protect-assets-from-divorce

Planning and communication can help ensure that assets end up where you want them to, in the event of a divorce.

01/25/2026

The Divorce Process & Legal Requirements

A divorce usually starts when a spouse files a divorce petition, and then it can proceed through mediation, settlement negotiations, a trial, and possibly an appeal before being finalized.