Divorce

When spouses work together and own a business together, they see each other much more often than the typical couple. They have built that business through dedication and many sacrifices, while facing plenty of ups and downs. But, in some cases, those downs become too...

You knew the criticism would surface eventually after the divorce. Still, when you heard it from your child as he blurted out, “You’re a bad parent! You broke up the family!” it was too much. You knew exactly where your child learned that from. When a parent...

Too often, people hear about the downside of divorce. However, one must not forget that benefits emerge as well. The upsides are many and greatly highlight self-worth, confidence, happiness and striving for better things. You may have suffered a few losses through...

Divorcing couples must understand that many things in their lives will change, while other matters need prompt attention. Among the latter is addressing tax-related matters. Just how does a divorce affect your taxes? By understanding the tax issues that come with...

A pending divorce can bring out poor decision-making that, sometimes, may be influenced by vengeful behavior. The anger and frustration that may arrive with newly served divorce papers should be held in check as best as possible. Granted, for some people, that may...

It is a decision that you thought long and hard about. You want to divorce your spouse. While many questions swirl inside your head, you ponder them carefully and wonder how to answer them while moving forward. One such question: How will I pay for my divorce? In...

Navigating divorce on a personal level may be one of life’s most difficult challenges. Concerns about your self-worth, finances and children come to the forefront. However, a divorce also can affect your professional life. Some people may even take this aspect for...

You sensed something different in your spouse after their return from a trip. They were distant and kept that way for the next few weeks. In the past six months, your marriage went through some extreme challenges – a major health scare and a job loss. The two of you...

Mediation can be an invaluable method in negotiating a divorce settlement. The divorcing parties attend with their attorneys along with the mediator – an attorney who oversees the process. The group is usually in the same room, sitting across from each other at the...

The news stunned you. Divorce. Although you sensed things in your marriage had been on a downward spiral the past five months, you did not expect your spouse to suddenly turn his key. He wanted out, using the phrase “keep our distance.” You missed the signs, and there...