How Is Alimony Determined in California?
When many California couples divorce, one spouse asks for alimony or spousal support. If a divorcing couple is on amicable terms, they may be able to work this out between themselves with the help of their attorneys or a mediator. This is still done via…
Paying Child Support Means More Than Just Money
If you don't pay your child support, there will be consequences. As one very famous sports figure found out, you can even go to jail for missing those payments. As two mothers who need payments from the same father know, it doesn't matter how much…
Can Terminated Parental Rights Be Reinstated?
Dealing with an ex while trying to co-parent is very difficult for many people. Because of the challenges involved in this, some parents consider the idea of terminating parental rights. However, there are many myths surrounding this subject, and it is actually not something most…
Rosie O’Donnell and Wife Finalize Divorce, Custody Issues
The latest saga in comedienne Rosie O'Donnell's tumultuous love life seems to have been settled peacefully. As many of our readers may recall, O'Donnell wed her partner Kelli Carpenter in San Francisco back in 2004 when then-mayor Gavin Newsom declared same-sex marriages legal. More than a decade…
What Can You Do to Make a Divorce Easier on Your Kids?
Going through a divorce can leave you emotionally scarred. You may be angry, vindictive, resentful or just plain hurt. While you want to make your partner pay by lashing out at him or her, this will do nothing to boost your self-esteem. Getting a law…
How Much Will I Owe? Determining Child Support in California
Going through a divorce is an understandably difficult time for families. It can be particularly stressful when determining issues such as child custody and support. In California, Family Code Section 4050 controls how child support obligations are calculated. The couple must provide certain information to the…
Tips to Reduce Divorce-Related Stress
Going through a divorce is something that is very stressful. Even if the divorce is planned or if you are the one who initiated the divorce, the stress can still occur. There are some ways that people in the midst of a divorce can help…
Divorce Still Not Final for California’s Former First Couple
Most Californians remember the sordid details behind the end of the marriage between our former "governator," Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife of 25 years, Maria Shriver. The couple announced their separation back in 2011, not long after Schwarzenegger's governorship ended. The announcement came after it was revealed…
Get Peace of Mind with a Prenuptial Agreement
Many people think that getting a prenuptial agreement means that you think your marriage is doomed and will not stand the test of time. Nothing could be further from the truth. While it may be a bit difficult to bring up this subject when you…
Domestic Partnerships: When It’s Time to Separate
While divorce courts should not show any bias toward gender or sexual orientation, this does still happen in some cases, and it's important to have legal representation who understands these challenges and can fight for your rights and interests. Custody battles and other issues involving…
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