Most divorcing couples want to shield their kids from divorce repercussions, but they don't know how to do it. Well, here are a few practical measures to ensure your divorce doesn't hurt your kids' wellbeing too much:
Don't Use Them as Leverage
A common mistake parents make is to use children as pawns or leverage to get what they want. For example, you may be tempted to withhold the other parent's access to the kids until they agree to leave you the marital home.
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Couples divorcing in their senior years face unique challenges that their younger counterparts may not face. Here are some of the complications you may face when divorcing after several decades of marriage:
Finding a Job May Be Difficult
You may have problems getting your financial life back on track if you are divorcing at a senior age and you were not working during your marriage. This is especially true if you didn't complete your professional education or if your skills are rusty.
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Generally, misdemeanor assault—also called simple assault—is a minor crime relatively speaking. If you're convicted, the maximum penalty you would face is a $1,000 fine and up to 6 months in jail. However, here are two special circumstances that will automatically elevate a misdemeanor assault to a felon, resulting in a more severe punishment.
The Victim Was Part of a Special Class
The law does not discriminate when it comes to assaults.
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Ending your marriage won't be easy, which is why it helps to go through the process with a lawyer by your side. While it is possible to do it alone, here are 4 situations where it will benefit to have a lawyer on your side:
Your Divorce Is Contested
Are you in favor of getting a divorce, but your spouse is against it? If so, this means your divorce will be contested.
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While spousal support (alimony) may not be as popular as in the past, it does still exist and still fills an important financial need for some spouses. Raising a family is an important, time-consuming and all encompassing endeavor, and many spouses, including husbands, still make the decision to forgo careers to stay home and be a full time parent to their children. There are actually three different types of spousal support available for those who need it, so read on to learn more.
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