In most jurisdictions, there are two major hurdles to clear when attempting to change custody: that (1) a material change in circumstances has occurred, and (2) it is now in the best interest of the child(ren) that custody be changed from one parent to the other. And while this particular article does not analyze this … Read more
You may not want to consider what it means to begin estate planning, but you should know it is a significant chapter of your life. The grief that will come for your family members when you pass will surely overwhelming and by having an estate plan in place, you will be able to ease some … Read more
It will be time to establish new norms with your children once your divorce has been finalized. Just because you no longer share a home with your ex, and your children may be splitting their time between two homes, doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t have to forgo everything that families do together especially when it … Read more
As legal costs are skyrocketing, many spouses who wish to end their marriages are turning to mediators in lieu of courtroom processes. While almost every divorce will require a divorce lawyer at least briefly, mediation is a viable option for couples who wish for a peaceful and amicable settlement. Here are some of the most … Read more
It is important to acknowledge the importance to both you and the ones you love the importance of writing a will, no matter how stress inducing it may be. Alleviating some of the difficulties that may result in the event you pass away by having a will in place can prevent your loved ones from … Read more
The holidays are just around the corner and it is a good idea to plan for holiday visitation and figure out who is going where and if significant travel is going to be involved. As children get older and families grow there are more opportunities for family and friends to gather. What might have worked … Read more
Divorce is a stressful and traumatic life change for most couples, as well as their families, and it’s easy to fall victim to common pitfalls. Your divorce lawyer will tell you that these are a few of things that you should not do during the divorce process and after it has been finalized. … Read more
Copious amounts of stress usually accompany a child custody battle. Many parents are not fully aware of the the legal process and its implications. In addition, there are many misconceptions and myths that hinder parents from questioning or challenging custody arrangements. This can hinder a parent from fulfilling his or her legal rights in court, … Read more
Divorce in and of itself is an emotional experience. The addition of a cheating spouse only compounds the emotional turmoil the faithful spouse experiences through the divorce process. Many potential clients often ask if they can sue the “homewrecker” for destroying their marriage. More often than not, many of these potential clients have scoured the … Read more
The validity of slip and falls and trip and falls claims are determined by law of premises liability. Usually they occur at a commercial property like a grocery outlet, but they can also happen in private residences. Can you take legal action if you’ve experienced an accident in the home of a former spouse? Premises … Read more