Too many people make some assumptions about the divorce process that are ultimately proven to be false. By that point, unfortunately, there may be nothing you can do to correct the mistaken belief or adjust your situation to put yourself in a more appropriate...
Many people make the mistake of thinking merely filing for divorce will immediately end their marriage. Some people believe that that once a person files for divorce, there is no going back or reconciling. While this type of thinking may help people move forward with...
Over time, people and situations can change dramatically. Think of where you were in your life a few years ago. Now think about five years ago and 15 years ago. Chances are you are in a very different place today than you were at any of those points. Divorce,...
During a divorce, people often focus on what will happen to them in the near future. They think about where they will live after the divorce, how much money they will have to live on and where their kids will be spending the weekends. Of course each of these concerns...
After deciding to end a marriage, the process to reach an actual dissolution of marriage can seem daunting and emotionally taxing. Consequently, many people have been seeking alternative methods to end their marriages. While not appropriate in every case, these...
It is no longer unusual for a couple to choose not to get married. For any number of reasons, more people than ever are choosing to stay committed without tying the knot. While this may certainly be in the best interests of the people involved, there are some...
Protecting yourself as an individual is not something that people often think about when they are getting married. Like many people who are engaged, you can be more worried about joining your life with your soon-to-be spouse. Because of this, many people fail to...
Spouses often share the dream of opening a business together. The opportunity to be your own boss, share your work life with your spouse, and make your own rules is certainly attractive for many people. While this may be an excellent arrangement when you are happily...
Getting divorced can prompt some significant lifestyle changes for any person, regardless of how amicable or contentious the split may have been. It is a time of considerable transition and it is quite common to have feelings of confusion, fear, helplessness and...
Sharing custody of your child with another parent can be enormously upsetting, particularly if you two do not get along. Even the few minutes you may spend with the other parent during custody exchanges can turn sour very quickly and be very tense. However, there are...