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Child custody is rarely a simple or easy aspect of a divorce. And while every case is unique, child custody involving a newborn comes with its own set of potential issues and complications that must be addressed in order to ensure the best interests of the child. If you’re going through a divorce, or you’re intending to file for one, and you have an infant, contact our child custody lawyers to talk about some of the common issues involved with newborn custody. Keep reading to learn more about custody schedules for newborns and some things to keep in mind as you approach this topic with your ex.
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Most people know what a separation is: a married couple living apart but remaining legally married. But did you know that there are actually three different types of separation? Trial, permanent, and legal separations all mean very different things, and which one you choose may impact your divorce proceedings, should you and your spouse choose to pursue a divorce down the line. Here’s what you need to know about the different types of separation so that you can decide which one you and your spouse should pursue until you make a decision about a divorce.
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When considering whether or not to pursue a divorce, many couples find it beneficial to separate for a time and experience life apart from one another. And while a trial separation can help you to determine whether or not a divorce is actually the right choice for you as a couple, remaining separated for an extended period of time can raise many potential problems for both of you. Here are a few possible issues that can come up if you choose an extended separation over pursuing a divorce.
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Alimony or spousal support is a set amount of money paid from one former spouse to another. The amount is determined when the divorce is finalized, and is usually awarded to support the individual who was dependent on their spouse’s income during the marriage. But, like many aspects of a divorce agreement, alimony can be adjusted under certain circumstances. Many people who are paying spousal support wonder if a sudden increase in income is one of those circumstances, and if they’ll end up paying more alimony when their income goes up. Here’s what you need to know.
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Child custody is often one of the most complicated, messy, and emotionally charged parts of a divorce. And those issues don’t necessarily end once a child custody agreement is reached. Oftentimes, arguments and problems can arise even years after a divorce. One of the issues that some couples face with shared custody is when a child refuses to visit the other parent. If your child is digging in their heels and insisting they don’t want to visit your ex, you may be inclined to give them their way. After all, isn’t a child custody arrangement supposed to be about what’s best for the child? But before you allow your child to skip their next visit, read this blog.
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The end of a relationship is never easy, but it’s often much more difficult for those who are married, if for no other reason than the legal complications involved. When a marriage ends, many people find themselves wondering what the proper path is to take. Should they simply file for a divorce? Or would an annulment be an appropriate option? Many people aren’t certain what the differences between these two are, but it’s important to understand whether or not your marriage is better handled by an annulment or divorce, and what the possible repercussions of each option are. Keep reading to learn more, or contact one of our experienced divorce attorneys to schedule a consultation.
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Few things can shake a marriage quite as thoroughly as an affair. In fact, according to the National Institutes of Health, roughly 88% of spouses stated that infidelity was the main factor that led to their decision to divorce. But does infidelity always have to lead to divorce? How do you know if divorce is the best option for your situation, or if you should attempt to salvage your marriage after an affair? While there is no set answer to these difficult questions, we hope that this article may offer you some guidance in deciding whether or not divorce is the best option for you.
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Many individuals have a skewed perspective of medical malpractice cases. Whether it’s because of television shows or because you primarily only hear about successful malpractice cases in the media, many people seem to believe that suing a doctor when something goes wrong is highly likely to result in a successful case. This actually isn’t true. In fact, medical malpractice cases are some of the most difficult-to-win cases out there. Here are some statistics about the frequency of successful medical malpractice cases and what makes them so difficult to win.
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When you’re involved in a car accident, and the other party is deemed to be at fault, you will typically receive some sort of payment from that party’s insurance company to compensate you for damages to your vehicle and, in some cases, your person. However, oftentimes, the amount offered by the other party’s insurance provider is insufficient to cover the expenses you incur and the pain and suffering you endure as a result of the accident. In these cases, you may consider filing a civil suit. Here’s what you need to know about pursuing litigation after a car accident.
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It’s not often that parents sit down and write out a formal parenting plan for their children. Most couples will verbally establish general parenting principles with one another, then sort out the rest as they go. But if you’re getting a divorce and have children with your ex, then the divorce court will very likely require you and your ex to create a formal parenting plan as part of your divorce proceedings. If you don’t know what a parenting plan is or what it should include, keep reading to find out.
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