Divorce is a major life change that often comes with significant costs, including legal fees, taxes and charges associated with splitting assets. Additionally, life after divorce can alter your finances and budget significantly. If you are contemplating divorce, it is...
The State of California depends on a points-based system for driver’s license infractions. A moving violation or traffic infraction typically results in one or two points for that violation. Accumulating a certain number of points may result in the suspension of your...
When summer approaches, children gleefully anticipate the break from school. For divorced parents, though, this time of year can be a source of stress and uncertainty. The responsibility lies in ensuring that the summer months are enjoyable for the children while...
With summer around the corner, planning ahead for vacation remains essential when co-parenting. Knowing that life comes with the unexpected, the following tips may help you ensure children get a summer full of fun memories. 1. Communicate plans From family reunions to...
Some people consider January to be divorce month, as news articles from recent years claim that it is a popular time for couples to split up. Lawyers' offices tend to be slow from Thanksgiving until New Year's, as people often delay their divorce proceedings until...
The beginning of each year is a fresh opportunity for separated parents to re-evaluate their custody and support agreements. With each passing year, children’s needs and schedules change. Life changes often lead to a need for changes in the custody agreement and...
When looking into different custody options, it is important to consider the needs and desires of your unique family. After all, what works for some may not work for all, no matter how popular the option is. Saying that, joint custody is one of the options you may...
A judge can suspend a driver's license for a number of reasons, including driving without insurance, not paying child support or criminal conviction, and a license suspension can create significant challenges in drivers’ daily lives. However, driving on a suspended...
You probably know that penalties for driving while under the influence are harsh. You do not want to get caught and risk the consequences. In 2022, California changed its DUI laws to expand the covered substances and increase some penalties. Expanded substances The...
Grandparents share a precious and important relationship with their grandchildren. In many cases, grandparents not only provide love but also emotional and financial support that their grandchildren depend on. During a divorce, the process can overlook grandparents'...