For some California couples who are ending their marriage, mental health issues can add to the existing challenges of this process. At best, this can make the divorce more difficult for both individuals and for any children involved. At worst, mental disorders can...
Divorcing after 50, also known as gray divorce, can have a financial impact, especially on women, that might seem very challenging to overcome since women’s standard of living might decrease by as much as 42%. However, women in California can overcome this impact and...
Couples in California who decide to get a divorce frequently have a home with both of their names on the title and home loan. A divorce requires both of you to decide how to resolve this jointly shared asset and debt. Your individual financial circumstances influence...
If you're married to an executive, chances are that complicated financial holdings are in the equation. Executive compensation is a reality for many executives and their spouses in California, with this practice expected to continue in the coming years at high rates....
California family law judges often decide that joint physical custody is the best thing for children when their parents split up. The biggest factor in such matters is what’s in the child’s best interest. However, there are times when it’s better to avoid joint...
Raising children together after a divorce has many nuances. Couples must learn to communicate effectively and cooperate to help their children grow healthy and emotionally strong. They must also be willing to sacrifice some things and be flexible about many matters....
Most people have heard of the seven-year itch. It's such a common expression that it even warranted its own film. But it turns out that it might be more accurate to say eight-year itch based on new information published by the United States Census Bureau. Find out...
Every year, thousands of families in California navigate the process of divorce and determining child custody arrangements. These decisions can have a significant impact on the lives of both parents and children. In determining child custody, a judge looks at multiple...
California recognizes verbal abuse as a type of domestic violence. Verbal abuse involves using one's words as a weapon, whether that's in the form of name-calling or giving the silent treatment. There are a lot of ways that someone can verbally abuse you. Examples of...
It’s not uncommon for a California resident to receive child support or alimony payments after their divorce. The needs of the ex-spouse and any children will determine the payment amount. Regardless of the amount, individuals receiving these payments depend on them...