When couples with children divorce, they sometimes include a non-disparagement provision in their parenting plan. This is meant to prevent either parent from saying negative things about the other to or in front of their children. This kind of contractual term is...
Some parents believe it's easier to tell an adult child about a divorce than a minor. Accordingly, they fail to use extra caution during the talk. Even though adult children understand divorce better and probably know the difficulties involved in relationships, their...
Dividing property is one of the most frustrating elements of any divorce. The longer spouses have remained married and the higher their standard of living, the more difficult it may be to effectively separate their resources during a divorce. Property division rules...
Divorce is difficult, especially when children are involved. If a divorce is contested and dragged through the courts, this can heighten the stress on the children. This is one of the reasons that collaborative divorce has gained popularity. Collaborative divorce...
People with more valuable assets can generally expect to face more complicated divorces. The end of a marriage is typically more challenging to navigate in scenarios where spouses have accumulated high-value assets. A business is an asset that represents financial...
A 401(k) can be one of the most valuable assets spouses accumulate during their marriage. As a result, the account often becomes a focal point in divorce proceedings, especially when it comes to determining how it will be divided. The division of retirement funds,...
The more valuable an asset is, the more spouses may fight over it when they decide to divorce. For many couples, the marital home is the biggest investment they made together and the biggest point of contention when they divorce. People may find themselves disagreeing...
In divorce, fair property division depends on the court having a full understanding of a couple’s shared property. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for some to try to shield certain assets to sway the settlement in their favor. What assets do people often try to...
The holiday season is typically a time for joy and gatherings with family and friends. However, navigating the holiday cheer can be particularly challenging when you are going through a divorce. Thankfully, there are ways to manage the stress of the season. Plan...
Divorce is rarely easy on anyone, and often, the stress of litigation can make the process even more complicated for everyone involved. However, it is possible to avoid the litigation approach for your divorce and pursue alternative approaches such as mediation....