Year: 2023
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...
Not paying child support can negatively affect your life
According to the Census Bureau, the percentage of children in the United States living with two parents decreased from 85% in 1968 to 70% in 2020. Many of these children live with just one parent as a result of divorce. Child support is a legal obligation that...
Navigating parental alienation during divorce
Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally tumultuous time for all involved, especially when there are children. In some cases, one spouse may engage in a behavior known as parental alienation, where they attempt to estrange the children from the other parent....
Different types of alimony in California
Alimony, also known as spousal support, plays a significant role in many California divorces. The purpose of alimony is to ensure that both spouses can maintain a similar standard of living after the marriage ends. In California, the courts may award several different...
What factors affect child custody in California?
Family separation is especially difficult for children. However, extended custody battles exacerbate their mental and emotional distress. To accelerate your custody battle, these are the factors that can impact child custody in California. Stability Your separation...
Can a forensic accountant help with your divorce?
The divorce process includes requirements for both parties to submit financial affidavits that detail assets, liabilities and current income details. These forms contribute to the determination of asset distribution, child support and even alimony. They are legal...