When couples get married, they take vows and make promises to be there for each other through sickness and in health, and for richer or for poorer. As a married couple, they become one unit in the eyes of the court. Because of this, their individual property, money,...
“Even a breach of contract has a legal remedy. But a breach of trust…has no remedy.” -Rhea What is a Trust? “Trust” is a word that holds a lot of meaning: trust in family, trust in friends, even trust in self. To trust another person is to be able to rely on them in...
Family law is the legal category that deals with matters related to children, including divorce and child custody. Specifically, there are several types of family law and the following are some of them: Divorce and Separation Mediation and Arbitration Child Custody...
When a case goes to family court, the matter is personal and emotional. These cases usually involve marriages and children, which can have serious consequences for both parties involved. Though family court may not be an easy process, it is important that you know...
Getting a divorce can be an extremely overwhelming process. It is physically, emotionally, and often financially draining. While every divorce is different with many factors that go into fees and other expenses, you can guarantee there will be some level of cost...
In 1992, the federal government passed the Child Support Recovery Act. This act allowed for the federal government to enforce child support laws, but each individual state sets the parameters on which child support is calculated. The child support system is a complex...
When someone commits a crime, usually, they wish they could take the entire situation back. However, the court system is put in place to hold someone accountable for those alleged crimes. It may seem impossible, but there are certain specific instances in which a...
When it comes to the custody of children, a parent’s right to care for their child is a fundamental human right. Both the mother and the father have the right to care for their child in any way they choose, granted that the children are safe in their care....
The stress of divorce is rarely a smooth walk in the park. Even when both parties agree on every aspect of the separation, it is an emotional process. The uncertainty of what will happen with your children both physically and emotionally makes it even harder. Knowing...
Divorce mediation is a process that allows divorcing couples to gather with a specially trained, neutral third-party to talk about and solve general divorce-related issues. Mediation is typically less stressful and less costly than the divorce process, and it usually...
