The terms of a divorce settlement will have an immediate impact on someone's financial circumstances. They may lose control over certain property and have to assume specific financial obligations. Under California's community property rules, almost everything from...
Deciding to divorce often involves relinquishing some degree of control over your personal circumstances. Unless you have a very carefully planned contract with your spouse, there may be numerous matters up for negotiation in your divorce. If the two of you don't find...
You know that your children should be the focus of every custody decision. In fact, if you decided to file for divorce with children in your home, you are likely acutely aware of how divorce can have an adverse impact on a child's mental health. Concerted efforts by...
Divorce is, without a doubt, an expensive prospect. Median costs in the United States for a divorce is around $7,000 – and the average is somewhere between $15,000 and $20,000. Many of the divorce expenses are actually related to things you may not be thinking about...
When a family law judge in California issues a custody order, both parents must do their best to abide by that order. The document will outline how they divide parenting time and also how they will share decision-making authority for their children. Parents should...
Trying to share your children is probably not something you considered when you were getting married. At the time, you planned to live your life with your spouse and your children. Now that it is time to negotiate a custody agreement, you may feel overwhelmed and...
Divorce can be a turbulent time for any family. If a couple’s marriage has ended on bad terms, there might be animosity and a desire for revenge. Such feelings may lead one parent to try to prevent their ex from having access to the things they hold dear – such as...
The probable lawsuit against your firm became a reality. It was not unexpected, and it was not like you did not have time to prepare. Your company has faced many challenges since its launch, and this lawsuit simply represents the latest one. Preparation is essential,...
Business owners rely on numerous contracts and agreements to strengthen the organization and provide direction for their day-to-day operations. From vendor agreements to employee handbooks, it is not uncommon for a party to break the terms of a contract....
Not all marriages are meant to last forever. While no one gets married with the intention of later getting divorced, hundreds of thousands of people get divorced every year. One reason for a divorce is to end a toxic marriage, but not all spouses are able to recognize...
