The property division component of a divorce is one of the most complex aspects that occurs, especially when there are considerable assets that must be divided. Only the child custody matter of divorce might prove to be more complex. When it comes to property...
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Can a parent be made to see his or her children?
As if a divorce wasn't difficult enough on the children involved, when one parent seems to avoid seeing his or her children, it can really have a negative effect on those kids. You can't make someone see one's children. There are ways, though, to make the visitation...
What to do when your child wants to live with your ex
Parenting isn't an easy job when there are two parents in the home. It's even more difficult when there's two homes with a parent in each. When your child wants to live with your ex, what do you do? One single mom said the first thing to do is not to panic. When her...
What are some causes of parental alienation?
Parental alienation can be terrible both for the child and for the parent who is being alienated. However, this can sometimes happen unintentionally, so it's important for parents to know what causes it. Behaviors to avoid include: 1. Making negative comments about...
Need to downsize after your divorce? Here’s some tips to help
Property division during divorce is sometimes just as contentious as child custody matters. People care about their property, too, and want to ensure that they get what they rightfully deserve in a divorce. In fact, some spouses may actually seek to get property that...
Raising well-adjusted, resilient children after divorce
Getting a divorce is not something most people consider lightly. This is especially true when children are involved. There are many studies that show how damaging divorce can be to children if the parents are not careful. Some parents choose to stay together "for the...
How do I deal with a ‘gopher’ co-parent?
One of the great challenges after divorce is learning to co-parent effectively. Unfortunately, there are some real problems that can occur when one parent is a "gopher" parent. In other words, the parent conveniently appears and disappears as he or she wants to. Here...
Advice for women before filing for divorce
Divorce is an ugly word. It's seldom every thought of as a pleasant experience. Emotions run rampant, including anger, fear and resentment. You may ask yourself why you even married the person in the first place. Since most people marry for love, you've likely...
Do our debts get split up like our property during a divorce?
A divorce is not an easy thing to go through. A lot of emotions come to the surface, and spouses may be so hurt or emotional that they only want to take everything they can from their soon-to-be exes. Connecticut is known as an equitable distribution state. This means...
Sherri Shepherd appeals case to state supreme court
Sherri Shepherd, best known for her former role as a co-host on "The View," entered into a surrogacy agreement last year along with her then-husband Lamar Sally. Within a few months of Shepherd's egg being used in the surrogacy, the marriage between the two began to...
