Divorce and Family Law Blog

September 9, 2019 / Child Support

I Got Hurt in a Car Accident and Can’t Pay Child Support. What Should I Do?

A car accident can turn your life upside down. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may be out of work for a period and this can make it difficult for you to meet basic living expenses, including rent and paying bills. It may also affect your ability to pay court-ordered child support amounts. […]

August 29, 2019 / Divorce

Are You More Likely to Get Divorced If You Go Into Debt Because of Your Wedding?

Many people would agree that, if ever there was a time to splurge, it would be on their dream wedding. The perfect dress, cake, caterers, and flowers can take months to find. Some couples even spend years planning their perfect day. But does the price of a costly wedding ultimately doom a couple’s marriage? Some […]

August 9, 2019 / Paternity

What Does It Mean to Terminate Your Parental Rights?

If you’re a parent, you understand that the responsibilities of parenthood are endless. From extracurricular activities to paying for private tutoring, you are expected to be there for your child and provide the things they need to be happy and healthy. In short, being a parent requires a significant amount of time, effort, and financial […]

July 26, 2019 / Divorce

Do Military Couples Divorce More Often?

Marriages have peaks and valleys, good times and hard times. All long-term marriages face obstacles and major life stressors. Does a marriage with one spouse in the military bring on more stress? Do military couples divorce more frequently than civilian couples? This may be a difficult issue to look at and compare. Marriages where at […]

July 14, 2019 / Divorce

Can I Get Alimony While the Divorce is Pending?

Divorce is usually an unsettling time for most people. Many of these feelings come from the uncertainty over what the future will bring, especially about money. It’s not uncommon for a lower-earning spouse to receive inadequate financial support in the early phases of separation. Alimony is designed to keep the lower-earning spouse at a standard […]

June 26, 2019 / Child Custody

Can I Keep My Spouse From Seeing Our Kids During a Divorce?

Disagreements about custody and visitation aren’t uncommon at the beginning of a divorce. It can be tough to figure out how to create a custody plan that provides access to both parents. If you have serious concerns about your ex’s ability to safely parent the children, that can make things even more challenging. This is […]

June 20, 2019 / Property Division

What Can I Do to Avoid California’s Community Property Rules?

It’s not uncommon for spouses to have significantly different incomes. While you’re married, the disparity in income probably isn’t an issue. You both share everything and where the money comes from isn’t really a consideration. Things might be different if you decide to get a divorce. You might want to keep your hard-earned money or […]

June 11, 2019 / Divorce

How Not Having a Prenup Could Affect Adele’s Divorce

It was recently reported that Adele and her husband Simon Konecki have called it quits and are getting a divorce. Adele, who is worth an estimated $180 million, stands to lose a lot of money in the split if they get divorced in California. The “Hello” singer and Konecki did not have a prenuptial agreement. […]

May 13, 2019 / Spousal Support

Dukes of Hazard Star’s Wages Garnished to Satisfy Unpaid Alimony

Couples don’t always have the same earning power when they get divorced. In California, alimony can help to even things out and give the lesser-earning spouse an opportunity to transition to single life without worrying about their financial situation. What do you do when your spouse falls behind on spousal support payments?

May 12, 2019 / Divorce

What Happens If I Violate the Terms of My Divorce?

Before your divorce can be finalized, you and your spouse have to negotiate the terms of your split. This includes making important decisions about child custody, financial support obligations, and how property will be divided. If you can’t agree on the terms, a court will step in and make the decision for you. In either […]