In California and the rest of the nation, the cycle of violence is a repeating pattern of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse in which the abuser feels a need to control or dominate the victim. This need for control often stems from the abuser's insecurity and...
Splitting assets during a divorce in California can be a complex and emotional process, and it's easy to make financial mistakes that can have long-term consequences. Here are some common mistakes to avoid when dividing assets during a divorce. Not understanding the...
Parents in California who are in the middle of a child custody case may counter numerous challenges with the process; however, both parties should ensure the children are in as good a situation as possible. In a perfect world, the parents may be able to negotiate and...
If you are in an abusive relationship, it is important to have a game plan for how you will talk to your kids about your divorce in California. Of course, your conversation will need to be age-appropriate and must also factor in the element of abuse in your...
Around one-third of California women and men are physically assaulted by an intimate partner each year, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. However, domestic abuse can involve more than just physical violence. Perpetrators may also use...
When child custody is contested in California, judges must often interview the children themselves. This can prove to be difficult as many judges lack the proper psychological training necessary to fully discern which of the child's needs are being met or neglected....
Social Security was designed specifically with married couples in mind when it was first established. Benefits were tiered differently than for single individuals unless a married couple eventually divorced. It was also modified to remove spousal benefits for those...
When California parents seek a divorce, figuring out custody of their children is one of their priorities. Custody can be awarded in a variety of ways. To understand how courts usually rule on custody, parents need to understand their rights. What are parental rights?...
All types of abuse are grounds for granting full child custody to the other parent in California. For this to happen, you would need to prove to the court that the other parent abused your child in some fashion. What counts as emotional abuse Emotional abuse comes in...
Divorcing a narcissist is one of the most challenging things that you will ever do in your life. Narcissists are manipulative, controlling and often abusive. They are experts at making you feel like you are the one who is crazy and they are the innocent victim. If you...