When a couple decides to divorce, it is in their best interests to try and negotiate an agreement with each other regarding custody and visitation. Everyone benefits from a negotiated and cooperative child custody agreement, especially the child. There are several types of custody arrangements that can take place: · Joint custody – Parents can… Continue reading →
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Family emergencies
Not every family emergency requires calling the police. Of course if you are being threatened or attacked, it is important to call them. What about emergencies that require attention, but not a visit to the police station? Examples include: · Problems when you want to take your child on vacation out of California · Temporary… Continue reading →
Parents get time off
California law requires that employers allow employees who are parents to take time off to attend school activities. It is hard enough when a household has both parents working, but when they have to juggle working and attending school activities, not to mention staying home when your child is sick, it can become stressful. California’s… Continue reading →
Never involve children in a divorce
Too many parents put their children right in the middle of their divorce proceedings. They show their anger and frustration for the other spouse in front of their children. I would like to offer some suggestions for keeping your divorce and your children separate from one another. The most important thing to remember is to never speak… Continue reading →
Temporary child custody
Child custody battles are unpleasant for everyone concerned; however, they must be addressed. After all paperwork is filed and the hearing date is scheduled, the judge may issue a temporary order that is good for a few months or until the day of the custody hearing. California Family Code Section 3040 states in part, “Custody… Continue reading →
Paying for college after a divorce
The question of who pays for college expenses has become a major concern while negotiating a divorce settlement. Questions have arisen as to whether or not a parent is responsible for paying for college-related expenses; is it a part of child support? Today, it is important for a child to get a college education. The… Continue reading →
An absentee father
What do you tell your child when he or she asks where their daddy is? How do you handle it when their daddy does not want to be part of his or her life? It is okay to tell the truth but don’t go overboard – don’t bad-mouth him. Don’t try to turn your child… Continue reading →
Having child visitation problems?
Is your divorce final and you are now a non-custodial parent instead of a full-time dad? Are you having problems visiting your child? Does your child not want to see you? This happens all the time. It’s baffling and upsetting. Child visitation problems are an unfortunate experience that many divorced parents encounter. Do you feel… Continue reading →
Paying for your child’s college education
Child support does not always end at the age of 18. What happens if the child wants to attend college? Who pays for college-related expenses? It is important for a child to continue with his or her education. Courts agree that a child needs a college education today. Many divorce agreements have a provision for… Continue reading →
Dealing with juvenile delinquency
A juvenile delinquency is a person who is usually under the age of 18 and commits an illegal behavior and is accused of breaking the law. If he or she was an adult, it would be charged as a crime. The court deals with this behavior by considering the age of the child, how serious… Continue reading →
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