When going through the complex process of divorce, it is essential to be ready with the necessary financial documents. Failing to gather these can lead to delays, disputes and even unfair settlements. As you consider divorce, you may wonder what financial documents...
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When grandparents pursue child custody
Divorce can have a detrimental impact on all parties involved, with children being particularly vulnerable. While custody is usually awarded to one or both parents, there are times when neither parent is capable of raising their children. Perhaps the parents are...
Will your spouse get half of your inheritance if you divorce?
Leaving us with a legacy is a final way for parents and grandparents to show their love and ensure we are provided for after they are gone. Sometimes, stipulations are attached to the inheritance, but typically, it can be used however you wish. But what happens if you...
Which financial records can help people obtain a fair divorce?
People preparing for divorce sometimes put too much faith in the legal system. While the law does try to protect the rights of both spouses, the outcome of a divorce isn't necessarily fair. Community property rules applied by judges often lack the nuance necessary in...
Is divorce always worse for the children?
There are many couples who want to get divorced, but they do not do so because they have children together. They decide to stay together and raise the kids. Some of them may then get divorced when they become empty nesters, but not all of them. In any case, this begs...
Addressing some common misconceptions about prenups
Prenuptial agreements are a legal tool designed to protect the assets of both spouses prior to getting married. They outlined how certain assets should be divided in the event of divorce. Prenuptial agreements are often spoken of negatively, as a sign of mistrust and...
4 divorce mistakes that could cost you big
Divorce can be a legal and emotional rollercoaster. Amidst the chaos, you may be susceptible to making mistakes or unknowingly doing things that lead to unintended consequences. Given that the outcome of your divorce will likely have a lasting effect on your future,...
There are different types of marital abuse
Every couple goes through ups and downs. Couples may argue, not talk for a short time and disagree on goals and objectives. Nonetheless, most of these issues can be talked through and resolved. Abuse, however, is a line that shouldn’t be crossed, and it’s difficult to...
What if a co-parent is always late for pick-up and drop-off?
California custody orders typically include specific rules regarding an overall division of parenting time. Each parent has a certain amount of time with the children expressed as a percentage of overall parenting time or a number of annual overnight stays. The...
Poor body language can be troublesome for a marriage
Humans are able to communicate effectively through verbal cues. However, much of the talking people do actually comes from body language. Several studies suggest that only 7% of meaning is communicated through spoken words, with up to 55% being expressed through body...