Going through a divorce that involves someone in the military comes with some special points that aren’t present in other divorces. Some of these have to do with the benefits the civilian can retain after the divorce. The benefits for former spouses are reserved for...
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5 common reasons for divorce
Florida has one of the highest divorce rates in the United States. Its divorce rate is 3.0 per 1,000 people. There are several explanations for why couples decide to end their relationships. Below are five common reasons they file for divorce. 1. Financial troubles...
How old were you when you got married?
The odds that any specific couple will get divorced are going to vary based on their own personal factors. You can look at the overall trends to get a general sense of how often divorce happens in the United States, but this doesn’t shed much light on a case-by-case...
Tips for helping children through the holidays after a divorce
The Christmas holidays are a magical time for many children, but this can be a time of great uncertainty for children who are just learning how to navigate life between two homes because their parents divorced. It’s up to the parents to help the children through...
Teenage drunk driving offenses come with lasting consequences
High schoolers and even those who have recently graduated are notorious for making bad decisions. Teenagers may be intellectually bright in many cases, but they still lack the decision-making abilities of an adult. It is not until the mid-20s that the average...
What happens if noncustodial parents fail to pay child support?
In the aftermath of divorce, you and your co-parent are probably prepared to offer your children extra attention and emotional reassurance. These things are crucial, but kids of divorce also need financial support from both parents. As the noncustodial parent, you...
Do you have a right to keep your standard of living post-divorce?
One thing that keeps too many people in unhappy and even abusive marriages is that they’ve gotten used to a standard of living that they could never maintain on their own. This doesn’t have to mean multiple homes and regular European getaways. It can be a comfortable...
Improve your understanding of divorce-related parental alienation
Nothing is quite as devastating as your child or children turning against you through alienation tactics on the part of a co-parent. The pain of parental alienation eclipses mostly anything a person ever experiences. Unfortunately, this silent epidemic has affected...
Child custody concerns during the holiday season
The fall and early winter season can sometimes be difficult for divorced parents. This is the holiday season, starting with Halloween at the end of October and running all the way through New Year’s at the beginning of January. Of course, the two most family-oriented...
3 signs your marriage may be headed for a divorce
Marriages can be complex, and even the happiest couples experience their ups and downs. Sometimes, it can be hard to tell whether you are having a temporary issue or something more serious. How can you tell if your marriage is going through a rough patch or is headed...