Every now and then, a reality TV family comes along that captures the hearts of a large audience. For the millions of HGTV lovers, a favorite couple to watch and love has been Tarek and Christina Moussa. The duo has been buying and flipping California houses for...
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Lower divorce rates, but not for every demographic
Recent statistics seem to indicate that the number of people ending their marriages is lower, but that is not the case for every demographic. While the overall divorce rate is lower, there are certain demographics that continue to see an increasing divorce rate. As...
Does fault have a formal place in California divorce?
Fault. From an early age, fault is something we either try to identify or something we try to hide from. In many areas of law, such as criminal law and in negligence cases, proving fault is a critical issue. If there is no finding of fault, then there can be no...
Planning for divorce can save financially
While some California residents appear to effortlessly glide through life, others find it necessary to plan for each stage of life. These individuals plan where they will attend college and what career path they will follow. They plan their wedding to the last detail,...
Can’t stop worrying about how divorce will impact your kids? Pt. 2
We began the sensitive but important discussion of protecting kids' best interests in a divorce in a prior post. While not one method of handling the issue will fit all family cases, we hope that some general advice on protecting children during the divorce process...
What are the benefits of going through collaborative divorce?
When it comes to divorce, most people would rather end things amicably then drag out the process in front of a judge. With collaborative divorce, this is possible and, in most cases, significantly less expensive than traditional divorce proceedings. But aside from...
4 ways to be mindful during your divorce
In the midst of filing for divorce, you can easily get overwhelmed by stress, frustration and anger. These emotions can make it hard to see beyond your current situation and make decisions that are in your best interests and the best interests of your family. As...
SO YOUR DIVORCE IS FINAL: NOW WHAT?
The process of divorce can be completely draining, financially, emotionally and personally. People often expend so much energy, time and resources on getting divorced that at the end of it all, they don't know what to do next. It's almost like preparing for huge exam....
Can I call off a divorce?
Divorces can be bitter, contentious events. This is especially true when they involve two people who hate each other or no longer trust or respect one another. However, this isn't the way everyone feels when they file for divorce. In fact, couples may file for divorce...
Is your divorce making you ill?
People often make statements like, "I'm sick of my ex!" or, "The thought of going to court for this divorce is making my head ache." While these kinds of statements are often made in the figurative sense, divorce can literally make some people ill. According to this...
