Ideally, a person who is going through a divorce would be able to keep it from having an impact on his or her professional life. However, it may be necessary to take time off from work for a court date or to otherwise deal with matters related to the divorce....
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Month: April 2019
Silent relationship killers that lead to divorce
California residents may be interested in learning about a couple of silent relationship killers. Many people know that traits like sarcasm, contempt and criticism can predict divorce. Relationship ruiners can be difficult to spot, so being aware of them could help...
Tasks to complete after a divorce
Once a divorce in California is finalized, there may still be more work ahead for the ex-spouses. For example, fomer wives and husbands who are changing their names will need to visit the DMV and notify Social Security and other agencies. Exes may need to be removed...
Dads and child custody: better options today
For much of the 20th century, fathers in California and across the United States were usually not granted sole child custody rights. Judges usually granted full rights to mothers. Today, courts are more likely to award shared parental custody. Courts currently presume...
Joint credit card debt can complicate your divorce
Once you decide to divorce, some of your attention will immediately turn to property division. Not only should you understand the difference between separate and marital property in California, but you must also have a comprehensive list of both types to ensure that...
Post-divorce co-parenting
Parents in California who get a divorce are likely to have to co-parent with their ex-spouse. In addition to two biological parents, co-parenting situations can also apply to grandparent guardians or adoptive parents. No matter what type of co-parent situation is in...