While certain couples may be suffering with martial problems, they may not be ready to make that official step of the divorce. For this very reason, the process of separation has been designed to give spouses a chance to make the decision to stay together, or separate, with confidence. There are varying stages of separation that can be done before…
Perhaps you and your spouse are considering filing for a divorce. If you are a woman, one of the concerns on your mind may be whether or not you are required to return your wedding or engagement ring back to your husband. For women, a ring holds much sentimental value, and monetary value as well. First off, there is a…
If you are considering a divorce as a parent, you may be concerned as to how the court determines the extent of child support after the spilt. There are many very important factors that will be taken into account by the court in order to determine what is necessary for the children and what each spouse needs or has. First…
In the event that you and your spouse have decided your marriage is coming to an end, understanding how your property is divided in divorce is absolutely crucial. In the majority of states across the U.S. the division of property will fall under the category of what is called ” equitable distribution” whereas there are only 8 states that fall…
A divorce can be a hard experience to walk through both emotionally and financially. The physical act of getting used to having a dual income to living off of just your own can be overwhelming as well, especially if you make less than your spouse did. In many cases those who have just gone through a divorce are feeling the…
With half of marriages coming to an end, there are about 1.5 million children annually who experience their parents going through a divorce. At the time of the split it feels as though their world may be falling apart, everything is coming to an end and there is no hope. The season of divorce can be a trifling one, filled…
Before jumping the gun and calling your marriage it quits, here are a few tips to consider before giving your spouse the divorce papers. First, as marriage is a huge commitment to make between two people, so also is a divorce a huge decision as well; one that will affect every aspect of your life. Before deeming that your marriage…
Alcohol in of itself is not a bad thing as it can be used to celebrate life events, take a load off at the end of a rough week, or to add a touch of romance to your night with the one you love. However, any good thing when used in excess can become a hindrance. In the case of…
Going through a divorce has been repeatedly found to be one of the most traumatizing events in a person’s life. One of the most difficult stages of the divorce is the litigation process itself. For this reason, mediation is becoming a more popular and utilized alternative to litigation during a divorce. In many states, including North Carolina, some sort of…
If you and the love of your life have decided to officially tie the knot in a legal marriage, there are obviously many different factors that you will have to work through in order to be prepared to make that next step. Marriage is a commitment between two people, and in that union these couples will then share everything together;…