Handling Holiday Custody Issues

Posted on: 11 December 2014

The holiday season can bring an extra share of stress to divorced parents when there are conflicts over the children's custody and visitation schedule. There are some simple, but important, things that you should do in order to protect your interests in the matter. Know What Your Custody Orders Say Review all custody orders, every year, before you make your holiday plans, because the finer details of visitation schedules can become fuzzy over the course of a year.
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Negotiating Low Cash Settlements With Services

Posted on: 10 December 2014

There are times when a settlement agreement simply won't be enough to cover all of your needs. There may be difficult circumstances such as shared blame or an unavoidable accident judgment that may relieve some of your legal opponent's financial responsibility. If you're faced with a lower than expected injury settlement amount, consider a few ways to negotiate for valuable services such as education, training, or transition assistance instead. The result may enhance your life for the better.
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What You Should Know About Child Custody Cases

Posted on: 30 November 2014

If you are getting divorced and are trying to get custody, either sole or shared, there are some things you should know first. These things pertain to winning your case and offer helpful advice through each stage of the child custody process. Family law is a complicated area of law and one that should not be taken lightly. Never Use Your Children as Leverage One of the most important things to watch out for in the beginning of your case is to never attempt to use your children as leverage, or let your spouse do so.
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4 Things To Do Before Starting The Divorce Process

Posted on: 26 November 2014

Divorce is common in the United States. In fact, somewhere between 40 and 50 percent of marriages in the US end in divorce. Divorces can run the gamut from being easy and amicable to drawn out and acrimonious. The process of divorce can also lead to complicated financial and emotional situations as a couple attempts to unravel their shared lives. Before starting the divorce process there are a few things that a couple can do to help ensure that the divorce goes smoothly.
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