In many cases, divorce can be compared to an emotional roller coaster. How many times have you decided that divorce is the right answer for you? How many times did you change your mind about your decision? Divorce does not happen overnight – there are steps that need to be taken before your judgment is… Continue reading →
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Was your child taken away?
California’s child abuse and neglect laws are very serious. If you, as a parent, find yourself on the wrong side of these laws, you also know how easily your children can be taken away. You ask, “How can this be resolved?” As a parent, do you understand your responsibilities towards your children? Statistics show that… Continue reading →
Making divorce easier for the children
Divorce is never easy on a couple, regardless of who initiated it and for what reasons. It is especially difficult on children, particularly younger ones that do not understand what is happening between their parents. Although you can never take away the pain and confusion surrounding your children during the divorce process, there are ways… Continue reading →
Permanent spousal support
Depending on your circumstances, spousal support could last for just a few months or for a lifetime. Permanent support is sometimes awarded to individuals who have relied solely on their spouse’s income. In addition, their age, health or lack of work experience makes them unemployable. It is up to the court’s discretion when awarding support… Continue reading →
Accused of child abuse?
If you are aware of an abusive situation involving a child, it is important for you to call Child Protective Services immediately. Besides friends and family members, there are other individuals who are mandatory reporters, such as teachers, principals, doctors or therapists. Once a report is made, CPS will investigate the claim – sometimes the… Continue reading →
Obtaining a restraining order
A restraining order is a court order that protects an individual and prohibits one person from having contact with another, especially during divorce proceedings. A restraining order can be obtained for domestic abuse, harassment, or child abuse – just to name a few. · Domestic abuse is when one adult has intentionally caused you physical… Continue reading →
Spousal maintenance
Spousal maintenance or alimony is monthly support that a husband or wife pays to the other spouse. The judge may order it paid for a short time period, longer periods of time or indefinitely, based on numerous factors. It is best when the amount of spousal maintenance is agreed upon by the two parties during… Continue reading →
Different types of child custody
It is important to understand the difference between legal custody and physical custody: Legal Custody – The parent has the legal authority to make major decisions for the child, such as education, religion and non-emergency medical decisions. Legal custody includes sole legal custody, which is when a parent is the only person who has legal… Continue reading →
Visitation rights
There are numerous reasons why a parent’s visitation rights can be terminated, which include: · Neglect · Rape · Incest · Abandonment · incompetency If you are in jeopardy of losing your visitation rights with your child, or believe your child is not being cared for properly while in the custody of their mother or… Continue reading →
Out-of-state child custody
If a parent wants to relocate to another county, state or country, out-of-state child custody issues must be addressed and approved by the court that has jurisdiction over the children at the time. When it comes to relocating children, custody agreements can be modified. It is important to make sure your parental rights are protected… Continue reading →
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