If you’re the parent expected to pay or receive child support, you likely have questions about how the courts come up with a number. What goes into deciding the amount, and is the process really that straightforward? Connecticut family law courts use specific...
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Soft tissue injuries after a crash
Not every car accident leaves you with visible bruises or broken bones. Sometimes, the most painful injuries don’t appear until hours or even days after the crash. You might walk away feeling lucky, only to wake up with stiff muscles, aching joints or a sharp pain in...
Limiting divorce’s effects on kids’ educations and mental health
Divorce is challenging for everyone in a family. Parents have to address numerous practical issues, including a sudden change in housing and parental responsibilities. They have to learn how to share custody and communicate with one another despite the massive changes...
How social media can harm your injury claim
When you are hurt and trying to recover, posting on social media might seem like a harmless way to stay connected. But if you are thinking about filing a personal injury claim, what you share online could quietly work against you. Even the most innocent updates or...
Why rural roads see some of the worst DUI injuries
You might think accidents only happen in busy cities, but rural roads often see some of the most devastating crashes, especially when impaired driving is involved. The wide-open spaces, higher speed limits and lack of lighting make these roads more dangerous than they...
What should you know about keeping the marital home in divorce?
When you decide to go through a divorce, you have to work on dividing all the property that you acquired in the marriage. This includes the marital home, which is often one of the largest assets that’s present. If you want to keep the marital home, you must take the...
Why seeing a doctor after a car crash is so important
A motor vehicle collision can be a very disruptive experience. The people in the vehicles have to drastically alter their plans for the day. It may take some time for police officers to arrive and put together a crash report. Drivers may also need to wait at the scene...
3 living arrangements for co-parents
Divorcing parents must make decisions that are in the child's best interests. And one such decision is where the child will live. You and your co-parent should choose a living arrangement that supports your child's needs. Here are three options to consider: 1. Bird...
3 hidden car crash expenses people often overlook
Bills start accruing the instant a collision occurs. Vehicles require repair. The people involved in the incident may need medical attention. Lost wages may also be a consideration, as people may miss a shift at work because of the crash. Others may miss multiple days...
Tips for parents who want to make the most of virtual visits
Decades ago, parents and children who didn’t live near each other had limited options for staying in touch. Long-distance phone calls were often costly, and travel was difficult because of scheduling. Times have changed since then. Parents and children now have a...
