When you file your petition for divorce, you probably have hopes and expectations that your marriage will end quickly and you can move forward with many aspects of your life. However, you should note that, when you first file your papers and petition the court for your divorce, you must wait 6 months in California… Continue reading →
Changing Your Name Back to Your Maiden Name After Divorce
In California, if you are in the middle of a divorce, you may wonder how you can go back to your maiden name. This process is very important and delicate to many people as they make new strides toward a fresh start in life. In many cases, you must find and file the appropriate paperwork… Continue reading →
Can my Parental Rights be Stripped if I am Imprisoned?
If you were in prison for a certain amount of time, you may wonder if you will retain your parental rights. This is a very serious question that can have drastic effects on your life, so it is important to understand how the law works in these cases. The good news is this: Unless you… Continue reading →
Child Preference for Custody in California
When a child is old enough to make certain decisions for themselves, it may become a question of whether or not they can choose where they want to live as their parents work through the divorce process. This may be one of the most difficult aspects of a parent’s life when it comes to their… Continue reading →
Are You an Illegal Immigrant Who is Seeking a Divorce?
What happens if you and your partner are in a very delicate situation where you are getting divorced, but you are an illegal immigrant? When it comes to divorce and being an immigrant, there is always the risk that you could be deported. This is a very difficult category for many immigrants to face because… Continue reading →
Divorce Involving Children With Special Needs
Divorce can be especially trying on those who have children with special needs due to the fact that determining the “best interests of the child” are always more complex. In many families, parents are unsure of how to address the unique needs of a child with a disability. In many cases, a child is receiving… Continue reading →
Divorce and Childcare: Who Pays for it?
Let’s face it: Childcare can be expensive. Depending on your circumstances, fully paying for daycare costs may not be within the realm of possibility, which is where it becomes an issue. Because of this possibility, the courts must make considerations regarding who will pay for the childcare. With any child support determinations, the income or… Continue reading →
Domestic Battery Laws and Charges in California
Domestic abuse occurs when physical violence takes place between two people who are married, live together, or are dating. If your partner has assaulted you, this is known as domestic battery, domestic violence, domestic abuse, or assault family violence. Criminal battery allegations can be very serious, but domestic battery charges are generally the most serious… Continue reading →
What Challenges do Working Moms Face?
Working moms are constantly working to stay ahead as well as give their children a good life. Mothers in the U.S. work in many different positions, some commuting to work every day and others working from home. However, with being a working mother comes the realization that they may struggle to balance career and family…. Continue reading →
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