There are many types of domestic violence, including physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, and economic. Many people become victim to abuse every year when their intimate partner attempts to control these aspects of their life to make them feel intimidated, frightened, or humiliated. Because of this, a partner or spouse may need protection. This is where… Continue reading →
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Divorce Cliches: Everything People Have Probably Told You About Divorce
If you are in the midst of a divorce, you have probably heard divorce clichés while preparing for your time in the courtroom. Truth be told, divorce isn’t always what you expect it to be. This is why it is important to learn more about these clichés and set the record straight to understand what… Continue reading →
Why do we Divorce? Are we Ready for it?
Every year, many people go through the divorce process because they feel as if this is the end of their relationship. One of the top reasons why people divorce is not due to reasons like sexual infidelity, but instead lack of communication. However, you will find that there are many other popular reasons why marriages… Continue reading →
The Truth Behind Men Receiving Alimony
Are you surprised to hear that 400,000 people in the United States receive post-divorce alimony at any point in time? Are you also surprised to hear that a small 3% of those people are men? The unfortunate truth of the matter is that 40% of households contain female breadwinners, which shows that hundreds of thousands… Continue reading →
Is There Life After Divorce? Now You Can Find Out.
Surviving life after divorce may seem more difficult in the first few months than it seems. However, in time you will make the transition back into your normal lifestyle when you realize your own needs and the needs of your family. Some of the best ways to survive the hardship of divorce is to seek… Continue reading →
Custody When One Parent is Physically Ill
A few years ago, a case made the news because a young mother with Stage 4 Breast Cancer lost primary custody of her daughter and son to an estranged husband due to her diagnosis. The case became a big deal because people questioned whether or not a parent should have to lose custody of their… Continue reading →
Mental Capacity Affecting Estate Planning and Wills
In a case known as Andersen v. Hunt, a settlor had established a family trust naming his children as sole remainder beneficiaries with the help of his wife. After his wife died, however, he remarried and had a serious stroke all within years of one another. After the stroke and his remarriage, he amended his… Continue reading →
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