By now, every adult should know that what you put on the internet can come back to haunt you. This is especially true during a divorce, where mutual friends and former family members can leak incriminating evidence when you least expect it. When you are contemplating divorce, it is a good idea to clean up…
Not all of us grew up under the threat of discipline with a belt, a tree switch or a wooden spoon. People were not exposed to corporal punishment and those who believe that the occasional spanking made them stronger people are often diametrically opposed, and will rarely agree on what constitutes abuse and what constitutes…
Family vacations are a wonderful time for parents and children to bond over a new adventure. When these vacations take place outside the country, they create shared memories of new and unique experiences which will last a lifetime. When planning to take your children to a foreign country, be aware obtaining a passport for a…
For many people, the idea of filing for either divorce or bankruptcy is terrifying—Doing both at the same time may seem like way too much for one couple to bear. However, for couples who incurred a lot of debt during their marriage, filing for bankruptcy before filing for divorce can help each partner start a…
Ideally, a divorce or separation between parents and children would run smoothly for the benefit of the kids. In reality, there are often instances when one parent has abandoned his or her responsibilities, and left their former partner with the sole burden of caring for the children. When a spouse or partner willfully abandons their…
When parents separate, creating a parenting plan is a necessary part of the divorce process. The parenting plan works out issues like where children will live and how much parenting time each parent will receive, but can also be used to iron out a wide variety of issues. By creating a comprehensive parenting plan during…
Getting served with legal papers is never pleasant, and can be a nerve-wracking experience even if you knew your spouse was planning on filing for divorce. When your soon-to-be-former spouse has you served with papers, you need to take certain steps to protect your rights before it is too late. Read the Papers The initial…
Supporting a child is a shared responsibility between two parents. When a family court orders your former partner to pay child support, it can be a great relief to know that someone else has a legal responsibility to help you support your child. Unfortunately, some parents do not feel obligated to support their children, and…
When you owe child support to your ex, you assume that he or she is using that money to care for your child. Most of the time, this is the case. Not all parents are as responsible as we would like, however, and sometimes parents may waste child support payments on frivolous items. When you…