Living in fear within your own home is an experience no one should have to endure. If domestic violence threatens your safety, California law provides for legal protections via restraining orders. A domestic violence restraining order is a court order aimed at...
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When should you seek a change to your child custody arrangement?
Child custody agreements play a significant role in ensuring the welfare of your child after a separation or divorce. These arrangements are legally binding and provide a structured schedule for the time your child spends with each parent. However, life is...
How California decides what is in a child’s best interests
When you and your child’s other parent split in California, you may need to have the state step in and figure out a custody and parenting time agreement for the two of you to follow. When making determinations about custody and parenting time, the state seeks to come...
Paying child support online in California
If you owe child support, you need to do everything in your power to stay current. In addition to providing your child with the support they need, falling behind can lead to various penalties that could turn your life upside down. On top of reviewing the possibility...
Do rich couples fight more intensely?
Asset division is often one of the most difficult parts of divorce. To that end, many people believe that the more assets a couple has, the more intense the divorce will be. But how true is that? Do rich couples end up fighting more over asset division than others?...
What should you know about shared custody?
Over the years, shared custody has gained notable support from many organizations across the globe due to global and lengthy studies supporting it. It is important for parents looking into different custody types to understand the benefits and potential drawbacks of...
Why do some individuals lie about domestic violence?
Domestic violence continues to be a serious problem in the U.S. In fact, according to estimates from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, approximately 20 individuals every minute suffer abuse from an intimate partner. Just as domestic violence is common,...
Can social media affect your divorce?
Social media is a way for friends and family to remain in touch, no matter where they are in the world. It also allows people to vent their frustrations when going through a rough patch, such as divorce. However, couples must be cautious when using social media during...
What are 3 examples of domestic violence?
When most people think of domestic violence, they think of physical assault; however, this is not the only definition that exists under the law. The Judicial Branch of California reports that domestic assault occurs between individuals involved in a sexual...
What is parallel parenting?
As parents, you want what is best for your child no matter what. But as adults who just went through a rough divorce, you will likely find it hard to work together with your co-parent as closely as you need to - initially, at least. This transition period is crucial...