Category: Divorce
Divorce can be a time for major upheaval in your life. A divorce can result in changes to your living situation, support system, time with your children, and financial status. However, major life changes can also be the catalyst for deciding to get separated or divorced. Major life events, like suffering a terminal illness, recovering…
Whether because of life circumstances, financial hardship, or simply growing apart, many couples decide that separation is the best option to move forward. While many people feel alone when facing a divorce, it is a common part of life for people across the country. According to a recent survey, while the rate of divorce varies by state,…
According to one survey, women who get married for the first time when they are aged 15 to 20 are more likely to be divorced. People who get married between ages 28 and 32 are more likely to be married for longer. However, people can get divorced at any age and it does not make the…
Many divorces and separations involve accusations of infidelity. A spouse may have been carrying on a secret affair for years or be caught in trying to meet up with others. This secretive behavior can also extend to finances. When a spouse is carrying on an affair, they may be hiding money to cover-up the money…
If you are going through a divorce in North Carolina, it is important to understand how social media could impact your case. Social media posts are commonly used in divorce cases, especially those that involve contentious child custody matters. Here are a few things to keep in mind. Pause Before You Post It is best not to speak about…
If you have recently been divorced, you likely still have adjustments to make in your life. You may have become used to a certain routine with your ex-spouse, and now that has all changed. Now you need to figure out how to move on and adjust. You may be contemplating what to do months or…
If you are going through a divorce, you may have considered how your property will be divided when the divorce is finalized. You should also consider what you want to happen to your estate in the future and who will make decisions for you if you become incapacitated. If you are going through a divorce, it…
A recent study from Florida State University indicates that divorce has less of a long-term impact than previously thought. The study is one of the first to look at the long-term impact of divorce on children through adulthood rather than the immediate impact and how it affects their adolescence. The new study found that the effects of…
Last year, Congress overhauled our tax code and made significant changes that will take effect in 2019. The new law touches on many areas of our lives – education, healthcare, and even the end of a marriage. If you’re divorced or thinking about getting a divorce, it is important to understand how these changes will affect you. Home-Related…
The most disheartening aspect of a divorce is that no one is ever truly prepared for one. On the day of their union, couples are filled with hope that their marriage will be the one that lasts. But as time progresses and life hurls problems their way, some people find themselves so unhappy that divorce,…