In any contentious civil suit, things can get heated fast, both in and out of official proceedings. Before deciding whether or not you’ve sufficient grounds for defamation, you must first determine which strain of defamation you’re facing. Libel is published or written defamation, while slander is spoken, typically recorded in a video or a radio… Continue reading →
DIVORCE: MAKE YOUR EX PAY
…for attorneys fees, that is Getting an ex to pay fully for your attorney fees is the ultimate fantasy of anyone going through a sour divorce. There are many vague anecdotes about friends of distant friends who know someone who was awarded full attorney fee coverage by the court at the expense of their spouse,… Continue reading →
Living Together Before Marriage May Prevent Divorce
It is no secret that more couples choose to live together before marriage than ever before. In fact, researchers found that 75 percent of U.S. women have lived with a partner without being married by the age of 30. Many couples choose to live together and put off marriage because of the large price tag… Continue reading →
5 Financial Tips for Divorce
When it comes to concerns about divorce, finances typically rank near the top of the list. Navigating the tricky waters of joint bank accounts, mutual assets, and division of property is never easy, and it often requires the help of a skilled divorce attorney. Here are five financial tips to keep in mind when going… Continue reading →
4 Things to Know Before Filing for Divorce in 2015
It is common knowledge these days that 50 percent of marriages end in divorce. For many married couples, divorce is the best option for getting out of an unhappy situation and starting fresh for the future. However, no two divorces are the same, and it’s important to know what you’re getting into before you start… Continue reading →
Know Your Resources in Preventing International Child Abduction: Keisuke’s Law
Divorce is difficult for everyone, but some families face larger problems than the emotional upheaval common to most Americans. A spouse with dual citizenship in both American and a foreign country may additionally pose the potential for international child abduction. Following a divorce between a couple with children, California law enacts a temporary restraining order… Continue reading →
Can Sperm Donors Be Liable for Child Support in California?
Laws surrounding sperm donors and parenthood can be complicated, and they vary from state to state. In California, the sperm donor’s legal parent status depends on the circumstances of the sperm donation. If a married woman conceives through assisted reproduction under the supervision of a licensed physician (with the consent of her spouse), then her… Continue reading →
What Celebrities Can Teach Us About Divorce
Celebrity marriages are notoriously short-lived, whether it’s Kim Kardashian’s 72-day marriage to Kris Humphries or Dennis Rodman’s 9-day marriage to Carmen Electra. While you may hesitate to take marriage advice from fickle celebrity couples, there are certainly valuable lessons to be learned from these highly publicized divorce proceedings. Your children should be your #1 priority…. Continue reading →
Be the Best Divorced Dad You Can
Life as a divorced father can take some getting used to. You may have troubling adjusting to visitation schedules or trying to spend time with your children in new ways. However, while parenting may be different while divorced, there are still great ways to develop strong bonds with your children, instill good values, and be… Continue reading →
Does Adultery Affect Spousal Support?
Divorce is a complicated and emotional process, and when adultery is involved, things get even more difficult. While adultery may not affect the initial divorce, it can truly have an impact on spousal support orders and payments. California is a no-fault divorce state, meaning you do not have to give a definitive reason for the… Continue reading →
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