California program makes child support payments easier to pay
Divorced parents can face many obstacles. Even when the amount of child support payments has been agreed upon, they are sometimes hard for the receiving parents to collect. There can be several reasons for this; however, many custodial parents are reaping the benefits of a new state program that was recently introduced in California. Until this program […]
Using legal separation en route to divorce or as an alternative
Marriages can sometimes be difficult and complex. The decision to divorce may be motivated by a variety of reasons that may be quite complicated. For California residents who find themselves unsure about divorce, it can be helpful to seek information on another option — legal separation. While it does not do to enter hastily into divorce, there […]
Spare the rod, spoil the child custody agreement?
Many people believe that life is lived by a series of rules. Whether one considers federal and state laws, or moral concepts of right and wrong, there is no doubt that rules and guidelines help to make the wheels of day-to-day life run more smoothly. California residents who are working out child custody arrangements as part of […]
Kaley Cuoco, Ryan Sweeting divorce: Could prenup be overturned?
Relationships can be complicated at the best of times. Any divorce is likely to be difficult for both parties, especially in cases in which wealth is involved. In California, the existence of a prenup may be something that assists in the case of a high-net-worth divorce. One such instance is currently playing out between actress Kaley […]
How to choose who should represent one during divorce
Every big decision begins with a series of questions designed to help people make the best choice they can. Entering into divorce brings many personal questions, usually surrounding how the marriage came to this end or which assets one wants to secure. At such an emotional time, it is easy for California residents to forget to consider […]
How to prepare oneself financially when divorce occurs
However hard one may try, rare is the person who is prepared for every eventuality in life. Many California residents may be able to read the signs that point toward impending divorce. However, there are bound to be some for whom the suggestion will come completely out of the blue. Whether a marital dissolution is anticipated […]
Child custody is best approached using legal means
Parents are often willing to go to extreme lengths for their children. As powerful as those feelings may be, child custody matters are best dealt with within the boundaries of the legal system. One California resident is reported to have taken matters into her own hands and, it is suggested, may have abducted her sons […]
Penalties for failure to maintain child support may be severe
It can be very easy to let things slip when one is in emotional turmoil. One thing that all parents must prioritize during every stage of divorce is the best interest of their children. Child support payments are often a necessary part of meeting this obligation, and there are federal laws that cover this area, […]
How divorce may benefit one, many years afterwards
When a marriage comes to an end, it is likely that both parties may be more focused on the present and immediate future, rather than the long-term outlook. Even if one does look further ahead, the chances are that it will be things such as insurance policies that come under consideration, possibly because they are […]
Can crowdfunding help domestic violence victims break free?
It is said that desperate times call for desperate measures. In the case of California residents who endure a life of domestic violence, the measures may be more desperate than one could imagine. The advent of social media and other Internet platforms means that one may seek support and assistance in numerous ways. Recently an […]