We advise our clients to follow these three steps in order to avoid sabotaging their pending, or existing divorce settlement. 1. Think before you post. It should be obvious, but think carefully about the photos you are uploading when you …
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There are several ways to stay out of court. First of all, if you and your soon-to-be former spouse can sit down and work out as many issues as possible, this will help facilitate a settlement. Having a good attorney …
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No matter how attractive, old or smart a person is, he or she can be a victim of emotional abuse. Here are some signs of an abusive partner or spouse. Isolates You from Friends and Family Emotionally abusive spouses want …
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Divorce can be an emotional and financial roller-coaster ride for most people. In addition to the great emotional burden that people face, financial concerns can also weigh heavily on your decision making, especially before your divorce is finalized. Here are …
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Usually when people are on their way to divorce, there are warning signs. More often than not, it is gradual rather than a sudden transition from happily married to icicles in the room. If you see divorce coming, or even …
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We all do it from time to time -- make a sarcastic comment about our ex, criticize something they did or didn't do, gesture or grimace our faces when referring to our former spouse. When we do it in front …
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In general, there are four factors to consider when deciding whether you should pursue a prenup: 1. Age of the parties: the older you are, the more likely you need one. 2. Children from a previous relationship: a prenup is …
There is a minimum amount of time you have to be married to claim someone else's Social Security benefits. "You have to be married at least 10 years," says Michael Webb, Social Security spokesman for the Seattle region. "Nine years …
Family conflict is a huge factor negatively affecting the growth of children under the age of 5. For children that young, family turbulence can interrupt or delay important developmental stages. Even if a small child has reached a significant growth …
Is there such thing as a "good" divorce? Divorce is difficult and painful for everyone involved, especially kids. I've never known anyone to have a "good" divorce, in that way you have a good meal or good sex -- even …