Author: gradmin
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How to choose between litigation and an agreed upon settlement
Couples who are getting a divorce may hope to reach an agreement on child custody and property division through negotiation. This means that they face a difficult dilemma if those negotiations falter and they are forced to decide between taking a less satisfactory settlement or proceeding to litigation. Litigation can be stressful, time-consuming, and expensive.…
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Taking taxes into account in a divorce
Once a divorce is finalized, tax filing status will change from married to single or head of household. This is usually based on marital status on the last day of the year. However, there may be a number of more complex issues to consider. For example, if there is a retirement account to divide, a…
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Consider all assets in the property division process
Individuals contemplating divorce may realize that, as part of the property division process, they will need to make a full accounting of their assets and debts. In their initial thoughts about property division, most people think of their primary assets: their home, bank accounts and vehicles. However, there are many more assets that will be…
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An overview of joint custody
Of all the complicated issues that are involved in a divorce case, child custody is one of the most critical. After all, even if a happy marriage is no longer realistic, the couple will be forever bound together as parents of their children. That means they must attempt to reach an arrangement that works for…
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What expenses can child support cover?
Some couples who go through a divorce arrive at child support orders after lengthy and contentious arguments in court. Others are able to negotiate an agreement between themselves on the amount and frequency of child support payments. However, after the child support order is in place, you might be wondering exactly which expenses can be…
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Can I get custody of my grandchild?
As a grandparent, you have a special kind of relationship with the child of your son or daughter. If your son or daughter is going through a divorce, the fear of losing contact with your grandchild is a legitimate concern. Do you have any legal rights to gain custody of your grandchild? Several circumstances exist…
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Are “millennials” taking a different approach to divorce?
There are millions of people in America who belong to the “millennial” generation. These individuals—typically categorized as those who were born between 1980 and 2000—have influenced quite a few different aspects of American society, from how we communicate with one another to how we work and form relationships. Are millennials are taking a different approach…
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How can you protect a business in a divorce?
Most married couples bring their own assets and debts into their relationship. For example, it is not uncommon these days for people to have thousands of dollars in student loan debt by the age of 22. Conversely, there are times when an inheritance from a relative will unexpectedly boost financial security. These types of unique…
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Telling social media about your divorce
In a world where we are increasingly learning more about the people that we don’t see rather than the people we do, it seems logical to share about your divorce on social media. But while your friends may care about what you are going through, when you are still in the process of getting a…
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6 signs you are in an abusive relationship
Abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, or a combination of any or all of these. While physical abuse is the most easily recognized form of abuse, emotional and verbal abuse can be just as damaging, and it is often easier to overlook. Many people have difficulty identifying when a relationship is abusive. Abusive relationships…