by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Oct 19, 2021 | News
Roanoke Times – Oct 16, 2021 A South Roanoke building that previously housed a salon and spa will soon be home to a law office. David Steidle said he and wife Samantha purchased the building at the intersection of McClanahan Street and Broadway Avenue with plans...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Jun 10, 2021 | News
What is an expungement? An expungement is when a criminal conviction is either sealed, so no one may access it, or it is destroyed. Expungements differ from a legal “pardon” in that expungements are not forgiveness for a crime, rather the record is no longer...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | May 28, 2021 | News
In Virginia, the legal age for someone to possess or consume alcohol is 21 years old – what are the implications of this law? If someone is under 18 years old when they are charged with underage possession or consumption, they will be tried in juvenile court as...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | May 14, 2021 | Civil, Traffic
If you’re in a motor vehicle accident as a driver, most people know what steps to take. But what if you’re the passenger? What do you do then? Here are a few ways to protect yourself if you’re the passenger in a vehicle that is in an accident, regardless if the...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Apr 30, 2021 | News
As you’re navigating a divorce or a custody case, one of the biggest elements to consider is the amount of support the court will order a party to pay. In each situation there are at least two parties involved. The party that will receive the support payment, and the...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Apr 15, 2021 | Civil, Family
No one imagines on their wedding day they will be navigating a divorce in the future, but unfortunately, many couples find themselves in that position. Here are a few ways to cope with the stress and challenges a divorce can cause: Take time to process. Whether...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Apr 1, 2021 | Criminal, News
Since the late 1700s, jury trials have taken place in Virginia, and while laws adapt as society changes, the process of the jury trial has stayed nearly stagnant, until now. As part of the criminal justice reform in Virginia, starting July 1, 2021, criminal...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Mar 18, 2021 | News
Personal injury cases, such as car accidents or a slip and fall, have various factors go into them when determining the monetary value of a case. No equation exists that will give you an exact answer – but there are some common topics to consider. The two...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Mar 4, 2021 | Criminal, News
There have been changes in marijuana laws across the country which develop as legislation changes – let’s zoom in on Virginia and take a closer look. In June 2020, Virginia legislation made significant changes to the laws governing marijuana. While...
by Steidle & Gordon Attorneys at Law | Feb 18, 2021 | Civil, Family
During custody cases in the age of social media, they naturally play a role in the outcome. Giving the judge a snapshot of the day-to-day happenings, what is shared on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc. can give them clarity when deciding custody matters. How...