Going through a divorce is never easy, even if it is needed. After building a life with someone it can be devastating to tear it down and start over. How do you rebuild your life after a divorce? After the dust has settled and the worst of it is over, your life may look completely […]
Divorce is a complicated thing. Each situation is different. Although many people think they know how life will be after they have separated from their spouse, there are often unintended consequences that come after all is said and done. Having a clear picture of what might be waiting for you on the other side can […]
Many people get confused about the differences between the legal actions that you can take concerning your marriage relationship. Although divorce is the most common course to take, it is not the only option, and it may not be the best fit for everyone’s situation. Annulment and legal separation are less common and apply to […]
No matter the circumstances, divorce can be heartbreaking and hard. It takes a while to adjust to the changes of a new life. If you are watching a friend go through the divorce process, it can be difficult to know what to say or do to help them. Here are a few tips for being […]
Although King Henry VIII of England is often associated with the beginning of divorce in the modern world, the truth is that people had been ending their marriages long before this time. Important historical figures such as Julius Caesar and Charlemagne are known to have separated from their wives. The history of divorce in the […]
Tabloids are constantly turning heads in the grocery store with rumors of the next big celebrity divorce. Sometimes the rumors are true, and the famous stars split. These divorce cases are unbelievably complicated and can cost hundreds of millions of dollars; often during the process, accounts of cheating, abuse, and other scandals will surface. The […]
No two marriages are the same. Likewise, no two divorces are the same. When contemplating divorce, some may attempt to do it themselves (DIY). The best advice one can give about Do-It-Yourself Divorce, is don’t. Divorce cases are made up of many legal and financial complications. Irreversible mistakes can easily be made when attempting to […]
In London, a man filed for divorce due to a recurring and unpleasant dinner menu. The man declared that his wife had “maliciously and repeatedly” served him his least favorite dish, tuna casserole. Peculiar as it may seem, cases such as this one come up all the time in England, which unlike every state in […]
In its simplest terms, alimony is spousal financial support. This is not necessarily an automatic thing. It is different than child support or splitting property or debt or other assets. A judge will determine alimony only after the requesting party has officially requested it, and if certain circumstances exist. The couple’s standard of living at […]
If you have children and are getting a divorce, you will have to provide a parenting plan. Legal custody and physical custody will be awarded to you, to your ex-spouse, or to both of you jointly.. If you feel later on that the custody arrangement is flawed, is not working, and meet the requirements […]
