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The worst times to call your marriage quits
While June through October is typically dubbed wedding season, January through March is commonly seen as divorce season. Indeed, couples may see the warm weather as a benefit (except in Nevada). And divorces follow in line with many New Year’s resolutions. However, just like there are inopportune times to get married, there are times… Read More »
The newest addition to prenups: social media rules
In our last post, we highlighted a study indicating that Facebook use could lead to marital problems and eventually divorce. Today we explore the growing phenomenon of couples entering into social media prenuptial agreements. Indeed, Nevada law gives couples broad discretion over what they may legislate through prenuptial agreements, including how property shall be… Read More »
The relationship between Facebook use and divorce rates
In a prior post, we warned our readers about the problems that social media can create (and make worse) during a divorce or child custody proceedings. While we want to remind our readers of the issues that can come about, we have also found that there is new scientific information suggesting that social media… Read More »
How to make your divorce and post-decree life easier
If you’re going through a divorce, getting unsolicited advice is just part of the process. You may get tired of random recommendations and opinions, but it is best to treat them as well wishes and draw your own conclusions. After all, every divorce is different, and chances are that the people who are giving… Read More »
Summer custody disputes that a judge may not resolve
With Memorial Day passing, kids are likely itching for the last days of school to be over so that summer vacation can begin. For children of divorced parents, it may mark a transition where non-custodial parents will begin to spend a great deal of time with their children. This may create some disputes over… Read More »
What acts of kindness can do for divorcees
The emotional toil that comes from divorce is well-documented. Despite the number of blog posts and articles written about what ill-will and nastiness during divorce does to parties and their children, the hatred and bitterness still continues…unfortunately. It appears that couples embroiled in divorces get caught up in bitter tit-for-tat arguments that seemingly never… Read More »
Why more divorcees may consider prenups
If you have noticed the increase in advertisements for Internet dating sites for baby boomers and other older Americans, you are probably not alone. The number of divorces involving older Americans, dubbed “gray divorces” have increased over the last two decades. This means that the number of “gray romances” has also increased. Essentially, more… Read More »
Landmark ruling allows Jason Patric to continue custody fight
A California appellate court recently ruled in favor of Jason Patric; thus allowing him to continue his fight to seek custody of his 4-year-old son Gus that he conceived with ex-girlfriend Danielle Schreiber. The baby was conceived using in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and the facts of the case make it an interesting discussion on the… Read More »
Legal fight brewing between Sherri Shepherd and her husband
Comedian and co-host of “The View” Sherri Shepherd and her husband, Lamar Sally, have announced that they have separated. According to several media accounts, Sally filed for legal separation last week. The pleadings indicate that the couple is expecting a baby boy in July which will be born through a surrogate. Sally and Shepherd… Read More »
Best wishes for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day should be special for all moms; new mothers who are doing the best they can, moms who do everything around the house, as well as matriarchs who are the backbone of the families they support. However, mothers who are going through divorces, as well as those who are dealing with custody issues… Read More »