Category Archives: Family Law
What is Causing Gray Divorces?
In the past, a couple who had been married for 20 or more years was pretty much set for life. They didn’t have to worry about divorce. After all, they had made it for two decades, so why would they suddenly decide to divorce? What could cause them to fall out of love with… Read More »
The Seven-Year Itch is Real, Say Marriage Experts
After walking down the aisle and saying “I do,” what were you thinking? Did you think about the plans you had for you and your spouse, such as going on vacation or having kids? Do you have dreams of moving and starting a new career? A wedding means new beginnings, but in many cases,… Read More »
Who Gets Custody of Pets in a Divorce?
While many people worry about getting custody of their children in a divorce, what happens to Fido or Fluffy? Many childless couples dote on their dogs and cats as if they are children, so how are they treated in a divorce? Every state is different. In January 2017, Alaska became the first state to… Read More »
Fathers Get Short End of the Stick in Child Custody Cases
Women tend to complain that they didn’t get what they deserved in a divorce, but in many cases, men are the ones who suffer. Even though child custody is supposed to be based on the best interests of the children, that is not always the case. Throughout time, mothers have always been seen as… Read More »
Couples Rushing to Divorce as New Tax Laws Approach
When couples divorce, they may disagree on certain aspects, which can lead to delays. With new divorce laws on the horizon, many couples are now rushing to get married before the start of the new year so they can reap the financial rewards before it is too late. Starting January 1, 2019, alimony payments… Read More »
Millennials Putting Off Marriage, Less Likely to Divorce
In the past, younger couples were more likely to divorce, with older, longer-married couples staying married forever. Times are changing and that is no longer the case. With gray divorces on the rise, divorce among millennials is seeing new lows. What is causing this trend? People are waiting longer to get married. In the… Read More »
Divorcing When You Have a Special Needs Child
Divorce can be a stressful event, no matter how long you have been married. Add children to the mix and things get even more emotional. If you have a special needs child, things tend to get even more complicated. This is something to think about it, considering that as many as 90 percent of… Read More »
Divorcing? Don’t Forget About Your Kids’ College Tuition
You and your spouse have decided to file for divorce. Your children are still in elementary school. At the moment, your main concern is making sure the kids have shelter, food, clothing and medical care. In a divorce, current financial needs are not the only issues that need to be considered. Future expenses also… Read More »
Am I Responsible For My Spouse’s Loan In A Divorce?
Divorce is a common occurrence. Hundreds of thousands of people go through a divorce every year. Divorce is a particularly stressful event—emotionally and financially. Many people worry about splitting assets, but they should also be concerned about debts as well. It is rare for a couple to divorce debt-free, so it’s important that couples… Read More »
Common Co-Parenting Issues
Parenting after a divorce can be quite the challenge. Like all parents, you must appropriately deal with your child’s ups and downs, good times and bad times. On top of that, you have to effectively parent while dealing with the child’s other parent—your ex-spouse. This often makes things tricky when it comes to co-parenting…. Read More »
