What Is Gray Divorce?
Many people feel “gray” when they are sad or depressed. However, the term “gray divorce” does not refer to a spouse’s emotional state as they go through the divorce process. Instead, a gray divorce occurs when spouses who are over 50 years old end their marriage. Gray divorce is becoming very common in the United […]
MoreWho Should File for Divorce First?
Generally, it does not matter who files divorce papers first. California is a no-fault divorce state, so the parties do not need to prove “wrongdoing” to end their marriage. Furthermore, the court does not give preference to the spouse who files. However, there could be some advantages to filing for divorce first in California. Therefore, […]
MoreAt What Age Does Child Support End in California
Parents can expect California child support payments to continue until their child turns 18 years old. Child support payments are based on California child support guidelines. Most standard child support orders terminate payments upon the child’s 18th birthday. That is when the child is considered an adult. However, some situations change the age when child […]
MoreHow Does Child Custody Work After the Death of a Parent or Guardian in California?
The death of a parent or guardian can be devastating for a child. In most cases, stability and continuity are in the child’s best interests. For that reason, it is presumed that the child’s other biological parent will assume sole custody after the death of a parent or guardian in California. California Family Code §3010(b) […]
MoreWhen Is a Marriage Irretrievably Broken, and What Does That Mean?
Divorce laws vary by state. Each state decides what grounds a person must prove to end a marriage. Many states still have grounds that include “fault” causes of action. “Fault” divorces are based on wrongdoing. For example, a spouse must prove the other spouse is guilty of adultery, abandonment, abuse, habitual drunkenness, or other wrongdoing […]
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