Divorce With Respect
Too often, people expect a divorce to completely sever whatever ties that exist between two people. However, this does not always happen -- especially when two people have a child. While some people begrudgingly accept the fact that they continue to be linked through...
Finalizing a divorce is a big event; it marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. And whether you are anxious or excited about this milestone, putting the challenges of the marriage and divorce behind you can be a top priority. However, even though a...
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, nearly one-third of women and more than one-quarter of men in California have experienced partner violence or stalking. If you are one of these victims and are ready to divorce an abusive husband or wife,...
There are ways for California State and Federal family laws to enforce child support payments. There are strict penalties for parents who do not adhere to court orders, including wage garnishments or even freezing the delinquent parent's bank accounts. Child support...
When you got married, you were likely blissfully in love. Although your commitment and care continued beyond your vows, your relationship may have developed some challenges. But while you might want to blame outside influences for potential stressors between you and...
Although you and your child’s other parent may have settled into certain parenting styles during your marriage, things can change when you divorce. When parents divorce, they can experience changes in their personality, ambitions and outlook, all of which can...
In our last post, we discussed a few tips for divorcing parents and how they can help their children finish the school year strongly. The unfortunate reality is that many students suffer some academic setbacks in these situations; understanding that and adjusting...
There is no easy time of year to divorce. However, there are times that present different challenges. For instance, if you are currently going through a divorce, you may want to be cognizant of how it could affect your children as they approach the last part of the...
Whether you are a fan of celebrity news or not, it is hard to ignore the divorce of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos from his wife MacKenzie. This has been a noted topic on many news forums since they announced their split via Twitter in early January. While it is not every...
The short answer to the question posed in this headline is: no. Failing to pay child support is a serious problem. It can lead to a range of severe penalties, from license suspension and passport denial to fines and possible jail time. California laws require parents...
