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One of the last steps a judge takes in a divorce case is entering their final decree. Any spouse who violates any portion of this order may face contempt of court charges. There are both civil and criminal penalties associated with doing this.You may be able to file a...
Couples generally aren't on good terms when they break up or divorce. Emotions can become skewed and contorted when there are children involved. Some parents may even be so vengeful that they engage in the act of parental alienation.Parental alienation is when a mom...
If a judge has ordered you to receive alimony, you may think that what you'll receive will remain the same for the foreseeable future. While that's likely the case, changes in your ex's life circumstances may result in a modification of support in the future. It's...
The process of divorce has a reputation for being stressful, unnecessarily lengthy and expensive. While this can be the case for some divorces, the negative aspects of divorce can be effectively avoided when both spouses are willing to work together and collaborate....
Divorce can be difficult for any couple. Communication is often one of the culprits that can cause the marital union to break down. Thus, introducing a third party in the form of a mediator into the mix can have a positive impact in breaking down communication...
Divorce happens to all types of couples, even those with high-net worths. Spouses of means, such as those with over $5 million of combined assets, tend to have more amicable divorces. One explanation for this is that when these couples part ways, they can do so...
One of the reasons why couples get divorced is because their communication breaks down. It shouldn't come as a surprise that these same problems only intensify once a couple splits up. It's often difficult for former spouses to have level-headed or amicable...
Divorce can be like a tornado ripping through your house. Much like a hurricane, you may see it coming your way, yet you're not sure what to do to prepare for it adequately. The ending of a marriage is devastating not only for you as the couple but also for your...
Creating a child custody agreement takes a lot of work. When this is done, the parents have to determine what they feel is best for the child at that time. They can't think too far ahead or they may end up with a plan that doesn't work at all. One thing that parents...
Divorce can be problematic for any child, but it can be particularly so for special needs kids. Children -- especially those with unique qualities -- need consistency and routines in their daily lives.For some children, joint custody may not be ideal because they...