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The flaw in modern cyber forensics

There is no question that cyber forensics is a hot topic. Cell phone forensics, PC forensics, and other device forensics is a hot topic. Not only are more and more law enforcement agencies getting their own forensics detectives and labs, but more private firms are involved in forensics now. And there are some amazing tools. I have used Encase, FTK, OSForensics, Oxygen, and others. Every year each tool seems more packed with features, and many are remarkably easy to use. [...]

The flaw in modern cyber forensicsDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

Recording A Spouse To Prove Adultery May Be A Felony

Recording A Spouse To Prove Adultery By Lance Dutton of Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor Adultery is a difficult topic and is something that can be a great burden on a household. Spouses that suspect adultery often attempt to catch their significant other in the act to use as evidence during a divorce. The laws regarding privacy and the use of video and audio recording devices have recently become stricter, so it’s important to understand where the legal boundaries lie in [...]

Recording A Spouse To Prove Adultery May Be A FelonyDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

How To Find the Right Lawyer for You

There is no shortage of lawyers. And the more successful you become, the more time -- and money -- you’ll spend with yours. So hire one you like -- professional chemistry counts. As a rule of thumb, if your stomach clenches each time your lawyer’s name pops up on caller ID, you have the wrong lawyer. See the full article at - How To Find the Right Lawyer for You on Entrepreneur.com

How To Find the Right Lawyer for YouDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

Divorce Mediation – Child Custody Mediation

The very nature of a courtroom tends to amplify the win-lose battle oriented language and emotions, that can cause long-term damage to a family. Mothers and fathers need to remember, family is not dissolved when the marriage ends. Who your children are today, and who they will be as adults, is greatly affected by the rhetoric and atmosphere of your separation. Consider Divorce Mediation for the good of your family Divorce mediation or child custody mediation, can be very helpful [...]

Divorce Mediation – Child Custody MediationDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

The Rise of the Single Dad

More than 2.6 million households in America are headed by a single father. CAROLINE KITCHENER, FEB 24 2014, 10:00 AM ET - The Atlantic When his son, Kyle, was four months old, Stefan Malliet woke up to his crying at three o’clock in the morning. Stefan tried to figure out what was wrong—Kyle wasn’t hungry, his diaper wasn’t dirty, but he still wouldn’t settle down and go to sleep. He just kept screaming. With no one else in the house to [...]

The Rise of the Single DadDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

Getting Divorced – Wait To Date

Play It Safe, Wait To Date by Mat Camp, Online Editor, MensDivorce.com Though your divorce may have been a long time coming and you feel ready to start seeing new people (or perhaps you already have someone else lined up), it is generally best to wait until the final decree is signed before beginning a new romance. Although no-fault divorce states don’t have any hard and fast rules that say you can’t date until a certain point in time, the [...]

Getting Divorced – Wait To DateDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

TO-DOs After A Separation

What Is The First Thing A Dad Should Do After A Separation? By Julie Garrison Special to DadsDivorce.com After separation, your activities are going to change considerably. If you are the one initiating the separation and subsequent divorce, chances are you have already lined up your finances, change in residence, and child custody priorities. You may not have seen a divorce attorney yet, but you have probably begun setting plans in motion. Secure Your Finances The very first thing that [...]

TO-DOs After A SeparationDennis Ozment2014-08-21T09:02:34-05:00

15 Life Lessons Kids Learn From Divorce

From HuffPost Divorce: 12/16/2013 When you're a parent considering divorce, it's impossible to quiet the endless worries about how the split will affect your kids: Will their grades suffer, you wonder? Will they swear off committed relationships for the rest of their lives? Will they resent me?But what parents often fail to realize is how strong and resilient kids can be -- and how experiencing the hardships of divorce can potentially make them stronger than they would have been otherwise. Just [...]

15 Life Lessons Kids Learn From DivorceDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

Ban The Box Employment Screening Legislation Update

Businesses Prepare To “Ban The Box” According to Gray Plant Mooty attorney Carl Crosby Lehmann, the new law will have little effect on businesses. by Kevin Mahoney, December 19, 2013 With the new year just around the corner, Minnesota’s expansion of the “Ban the Box” law is on the mind of many private employers. But at least one legal professional contends that the impact of the new law on local companies will be minimal. Since 2009, state law has banned public [...]

Ban The Box Employment Screening Legislation UpdateDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

Background Screening Helps Protect Children

The Case for Background Screening Background screening has become an established part of the hiring process for many youth-serving organizations, but some still wonder whether they are worth the trouble. They can be expensive and time-intensive. Most importantly, not every state offers equal access to fingerprinting and criminal history information. After considering these complications, some youth-serving organization leaders may wonder – are background screenings really worth the effort? Background screening in action One of the loudest arguments against background checks [...]

Background Screening Helps Protect ChildrenDennis Ozment2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00