Every couple has some level of divorce risk. Divorce is very common in the United States, and there are numerous factors that contribute. Financial stress is a common predictor of divorce, for instance, as is constant arguing or conflict within the home. But to some...
When parents end their marriage in Texas, the court usually approves or sets a custody arrangement based on the child’s best interests. While these arrangements are usually set with stability in mind, disputes can arise. Every case is unique, but certain issues...
If you’re going through a divorce, you’re probably wondering what happens to your retirement accounts. Are they considered marital assets, and will you have to split them with your spouse? Here’s what you need to know. In Texas, marital assets are generally defined as...
Divorce is not only a significant event emotionally and practically, it is also a significant legal event. If you are divorcing your spouse, the ways in which you are connected in the eyes of the law will soon be severed. Yet, not every way in which you’re connected...
Much of the divorce process involves splitting up marital assets. Couples may own a home together, have savings accounts, and accumulate numerous tangible items, such as jewelry, home furnishings and vehicles. They must determine how to divide these assets. However,...
Trying to raise children after a divorce can be challenging because of the difficulties that come with having to communicate with your ex. The emotions that come with the divorce may be overwhelming, but it’s critical that you remain calm when you’re dealing with your...
After divorce, it becomes important for both parents to work together toward providing their children with a stable and supportive environment that promotes their emotional and physical well-being. However, not all co-parenting plans work out well, and in some cases,...
The winter holidays can put a lot of stress on parents – especially when it comes to the finances. Studies indicate that a lot of parents feel pressured to blow their holiday budget, and that pressure may intensify if you’re newly separated or divorced. You (or your...
Before getting married, you decide to use a prenuptial agreement. You present it to your spouse, and they sign it. You then get married, and now, five years later, you’ve decided to get divorced. You assume that, since your spouse agreed to the deal and signed the...
If the person you are married to is also your business partner, you may be wondering if divorce will necessarily mean the end of the business. While this can happen in some cases, it is certainly not obligatory. You’ve likely worked hard to build the business, so,...