Divorce rates have fluctuated significantly throughout U.S. history, reflecting social, economic and cultural changes. Understanding current trends can be helpful for those considering marriage or navigating the complexities of separation, as evaluating the latest...
When parents in California divorce or break up, they have a lot of important matters to discuss with each other. How much time they each spend with the children, what rules the family needs to enforce and how they might make decisions on behalf of their children in...
Divorce is a challenging life event that not only impacts emotions but also inspires significant financial repercussions. Dealing with financial changes can be particularly daunting. Therefore, as you embark on this journey, it’s crucial to safeguard your financial...
There's a cultural stereotype that says women enjoy marriage more than men. The mainstream media often depicts women as eager to demand marriage from men, while showing men as people who would prefer to remain single. People talk about marriage as a concession that...
One of the most basic requirements of divorce in California involves dividing the value of a couple’s marital estate. Dividing both property and debt are parts of this process. Couples either negotiate a settlement or prepare to present their case to a family law...
Married people in California considering divorce often have a lot of questions. They have likely heard stories about the state's community property rules that make them nervous about what will happen with their financial resources if they move forward with a divorce....
A family’s schedule almost always changes dramatically when children return to school for the year. Families often start preparing for the back-to-school season weeks before classes actually resume, and it is quite typical for one adult to absorb the majority of those...
The decision to divorce typically indicates that parents no longer share all of the same values and priorities in life. Divorce usually results in a shared custody arrangement. Both parents will have an opportunity to spend time with the children regularly, and they...
Those divorcing for the first time often rely on stories from friends or family to get an idea of what you can expect. While those close to you may mean well, they could inadvertently pass on untruths. While many elements of divorce are similar from region to region,...
Child support is important to many separated or divorced parents’ lives. It helps ensure that their children’s financial needs are met and they receive the necessary support for their upbringing. However, many non-custodial parents wonder if their child support amount...