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...
Month: December 2012
The benefits of collaborative divorce
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 creates divorce kit for parents, kids
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...
Insurance considerations in divorce
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...
Children of divorce need support during the holidays
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...
New paternity testing procedure could provide needed answers
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,...
Rodman’s back child support provides bankruptcy lesson
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...
Cooler heads prevail in Berry / Aubry custody dispute
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...