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More And More Women Are Breadwinners: How This Affects Divorce

By Madonna Law Group |

Many married couples think about divorce but are scared of the ramifications, especially if they are the breadwinner of the family. In the past, men paid alimony and child support, but in recent years, the tables have turned. In 2017, more than 40% of women were the primary breadwinners for their families. They had… Read More »

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How Prenups Have Psychological Benefits

By Madonna Law Group |

In the past, mention of the term “prenuptial agreement” would cause people to worry. Why would someone even think of divorce before getting married? More and more people are getting prenuptial agreements nowadays. They no longer have negative connotations attached to them. They are becoming so commonplace that even those who are not necessarily… Read More »

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Signs Your Relationship Might Last

By Madonna Law Group |

Relationships can be tricky. You never know what to expect. You may be madly in love one day and then your spouse may say or do something that dramatically changes the course of your relationship. If you’re married, you may be thinking about divorce. Love and marriage do not come with an instruction manual…. Read More »

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Common Financial Mistakes In A Divorce

By Madonna Law Group |

A divorce is not something to be taken lightly. It is a life-changing experience that can be stressful and chaotic at times, but many people report that things do get better with time. Still, ending a marriage is not easy. Going from married to single is a huge change, especially in terms of income…. Read More »

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What Is Causing Decreased Divorce Rates?

By Madonna Law Group |

Marriages are meant to last forever, but the truth is that most don’t. The statistics have pretty much always stated that half of all marriages end in divorce. But nowadays, the divorce rate is even lower. Divorce rates were high in the 1970s and 1980s. From 1970 to 1980, divorce rates increased from 3.5… Read More »

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Is Divorce Imminent? Here Are Some Signs That Predict It

By Madonna Law Group |

Marriage is all about good communication. When couples can’t talk to each other without yelling, criticizing, or being defensive, there’s something wrong. In fact, communication styles like this can lead to divorce. Clinical psychologist and marriage counselor John Gottman has done extensive research on this issue. In the 1990s, he was able to predict… Read More »

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Things Divorced Women Would Have Done Differently

By Madonna Law Group |

When you get married for the first time, you don’t know what to expect. We often feed into the fairytales that we’ll live happily ever with our Prince Charming, but of course, that is hardly ever the case. Marriage takes a lot of work and effort. Things can easily go wrong without proper communication…. Read More »

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Common Myths Surrounding Divorce

By Madonna Law Group |

For some people, divorce is a mysterious event. No two marriages end the same way. Because of this, people tend to come up with their own rules about divorce. There’s so much information online, making it more important to separate truth from myth. What can you expect from your divorce, and what is a… Read More »

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Common Issues In Subsequent Marriages

By Madonna Law Group |

When you get married the first time around, you have a 50/50 chance of making it. For second marriages, the divorce rate is 67%. For third marriages, that rate increases to 73%. If you’re hoping to beat the odds, you need more than a little luck on your side. You need a little knowledge… Read More »

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Tips For A Peaceful Divorce

By Madonna Law Group |

Not all marriages last forever. Many end in divorce, which can be a scary situation. A lot of people enjoy drama, so they might fight with their spouse and drag out the divorce for as long as possible. Then there are those who avoid confrontation at all costs. They don’t want any conflict. They… Read More »

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