How important could your Facebook posts really be in your divorce? They may be much more significant than you think. It’s estimated that 54% of divorce attorneys in this country have seen social media evidence come into play in their cases, and more than 80% turn to...
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The steps to take if you discover hidden assets during a divorce
Finding out your spouse is hiding assets during a divorce can be a shocking and challenging discovery. It could mean getting less than you're entitled to in the divorce settlement, which can have far-reaching effects on your financial future. Taking the proper steps...
The importance of quality time in a marriage
Prior to marriage, couples often spend a lot of “quality time” together. Quality time essentially amounts to time spent enjoying activities together. This can be board games, going out for meals or even vacations. It’s time spent together that couples can look forward...
3 challenges individuals may face when divorcing a narcissist
Divorcing a narcissist can be an extraordinarily difficult and emotionally taxing experience. Unlike divorcing a healthy spouse, who may approach the process with a degree of compromise and cooperation, divorcing a narcissist can often involve navigating a minefield...
Can one spouse stop the other from filing for divorce in New York?
New York divorces are often very acrimonious affairs. Both spouses want something specific, and they may fight with one another to secure what they believe are fair and appropriate terms. Many people worry about filing for divorce specifically because they fear...
Has money come between you and your spouse?
Divorce can happen for many reasons, such as infidelity, parenting conflicts or communication issues. One of the things that people don’t expect to cause a problem in their marriage is money. Money could become a problem for the marriage in the following scenarios:...
Why do women file for divorce more often?
Both men and women do file for divorce, but studies have found that women are more likely to do it or that they do it more of the time. Even if their spouses agree, they are the ones to initiate it. Have you ever wondered why this is? As it turns out, there are many...
An age-by-age guide to talking to children about divorce
Divorce is a big change for children. Parents often struggle to broach the topic of divorce with their children, no matter their age. Some parents think it’s better to not discuss the divorce, but their children will eventually learn about it. Talking about divorce...
Why is the overall divorce rate dropping?
There are those who believe that the divorce rate is always rising, but they are likely just repeating outdated statistics. The reality is the divorce rate has been dropping for decades. There are some age groups where this isn’t true. For instance, the one age group...
3 ways to make your divorce easier
It’s unrealistic to expect a divorce to be plain sailing. There will always be some bumps in the road, and in many cases, a whole lot of stress, guilt, disagreement and more which can make it an experience you never want to repeat. However, there are things you can do...