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Dealing with depression after divorce
Divorce is a significant life event that can bring about a range of emotions, including sadness, grief and even depression. It is vital to recognize that feeling depressed after a divorce is not uncommon and that there are ways to cope with these feelings. Going over...
How are legal and physical custody different?
Child custody arrangements are an important aspect of sharing a child with someone outside of a relationship. Parents should ensure they understand all aspects of custody, which involves not only physical rights but also legal rights. Understanding the different types...
Can child support in California can require payment for college?
Child support in California is one aspect of ensuring the well-being of children when parents part ways. It is a legal obligation that one parent pays to the other to assist in covering the costs of raising the child. These costs typically include housing, food,...
Understanding spousal support eligibility in California
Eligibility for spousal support, commonly known as alimony, in California hinges on various factors. If you are getting a divorce, you need to know if you qualify for such financial assistance. If one spouse faces economic challenges post-divorce and the other...
4 ways to prepare for divorce
Divorce is a challenging process that requires careful planning, especially when navigating the legal landscape in California. Understanding the steps to take beforehand can help streamline the process and alleviate some of the stress associated with the dissolution...
The effects of divorce on children
Slate reported that 70% of children live in two-parent homes in the United States. For the remaining 30%, divorce likely led to them living in a one-parent home. While parents may choose to divorce to find their own happiness and move forward, their decisions can have...
Why so many older couples are ending their marriages
Marriage is undergoing a significant transformation in California, with an increasing number of older couples opting for gray divorce. Gray divorce refers to the dissolution of marriage among couples who are 50 years old or older. As older couples continue to...
Telltale signs that your spouse is hiding assets in your divorce
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, especially when it comes to dividing assets. In some cases, one spouse may even attempt to hide assets to gain an unfair advantage in the settlement. If you suspect that your spouse is hiding assets, you need to...
Creating a fair parenting time schedule if one parent moves away
Individuals involved in a co-parenting relationship outside of marriage have their own lives to consider, even as they remain linked by their family dynamic. The situation might arise, then, that one parent might decide to relocate far away while still wishing to stay...
Can you modify a child support order in California?
In California, child support orders are not permanently in place. However, to change one, you must present an argument to sufficiently prove it is necessary. The court requires any parent petitioning for a change of support to meet certain criteria. How do you modify...