It is no secret that a number of divorces start in January as many people, especially women, look to the New Year as a time to start new lives. In fact, more divorces are filed in January than any other month of the year. If you are seeking to move on from a troubled...
With the spirit of the holidays being about peace on earth and good will towards man, it seems fitting for us to discuss the benefits of collaborative divorce. Far too often divorcing parties become engrossed in defeating their soon-to-be ex and steadfastly defending...
Sesame Street is known for tackling important issues that affect children, but for years the TV program has steered clear of the topic of divorce. In 1992, the non-profit network developed an episode during which Snuffleupagus talked about his parents getting...
An important part of divorce involves planning. Essentially asking (and answering) questions about where to live next, how to support oneself on one salary, whether additional financial support is needed, and how to maintain strong relationships with children. While...
Some divorced parents may not understand why their children become despondent and fussy during the holidays; especially since it's supposed to be the "most wonderful time of the year." After all, kids normally anticipate the gifts that they will receive, the...
Paternity questions are classic examples of oxymorons at work. They are very simple, yet complex questions that carry a host of emotional, legal and financial implications. They can make people act irrationally and bring out their best at the same time. Most of all,...
Child support obligations can create enormous stress in one's life and lead to questionable financial decisions. It is certainly understandable that "life happens" financial situations change, and there may be a need to amend support obligations. While these are real...
Last week we reported on the brawl at Halle Berry's home between Gabriel Aubry and Olivier Martinez and how it left both men bloodied, bruised and angling for restraining orders against each other. Aubry was arrested on suspicion of criminal battery, which potentially...
The holiday season is when extended families come together and spend the most time together. While this may be a special time for some, Thanksgiving and Christmas can't be over quickly enough for others. This notion traditionally rested with men who could not stand...
It appears that people were not in the mood to give thanks at Halle Berry's home last week, where a fight allegedly broke out between Gabriel Aubry, Berry's former boyfriend and father of their child, and Olivier Martinez, Berry's current beau. According to a report...
