Being a single parent is hard enough. But what if you are an unmarried father who is being denied the chance to be a part of your child’s life? Indeed, you may feel as if you have rights that should be upheld. After all, you were there for the birth, you are on the...
Year: 2015
How to manage a divorce announcement with the kids
Getting divorced is never easy, and it is even more difficult when there are children involved. After all, kids see their parents as pillars in their lives. It is no secret that they want both parents around (until they are teens, of course). But even then, it is...
How an attorney can help with the emotional trauma of divorce
Indeed, going through a divorce can be an emotionally traumatizing experience. After all, you thought the relationship would last forever when you got married, and you believed that nothing could break the trust and love that you had for each other. Unfortunately,...
Why you should be wary of social media during a divorce
If you consider how major news stories are reported today, especially when it involves celebrities or other high profile individuals, there are commonly reports about reactions via social media. In essence, statements over Twitter, Facebook and Instagram have become...
Who is best for my problem? Mediator or Parenting Coordinator?
Co-parenting with a bitter or difficult ex is no picnic. While you have to maintain your composure for the sake of the kids (and to avoid having your own criminal issues) there may be issues that must be resolved sooner rather than later. However, getting back into...
Is child support cheaper than raising a child?
While many non-custodial parents relish the opportunity to pay child support, a number of people wonder what life would be like if they did not have to write an additional check (or have money directly taken from their paycheck). Indeed, while child support is...
Financial questions every divorcee should ask themselves
It may be a common routine for the month of January. People in troubled marriages taking steps to move on from their situations; either by moving out of the family home or serving an unsuspecting spouse with divorce papers. According to numerous reports, the number of...