Although it’s okay for custodial parents to spoil their kids once in a while, child support should be spent wisely on things that benefit the child. Custodial parents who misuse child support money or spend it on themselves can be charged with child abuse or child neglect. The money should be used for child expenses […]
Many divorcees have to take the guilt trip society or religion has imposed on them. Some may even continue living unhappily ever after because they don’t want to interrupt their children’s routines. Change is part of the natural cycle of life and children who learn to cope with change at an early age are stronger […]
Often times after a divorce, one spouse may be unable to seek employment, or lack the skills needed to obtain employment, which can place them in a vulnerable position, thus, suffering a decrease in the standard of living. Relief Spousal support in California, like many states, is meant to bridge the gap between the time […]
Your dating life can change the way your custody arrangement is going and many parents do not realize this. The person you bring into your life is also subsequently brought into the lives of your children even if you do not introduce them to each other. Even though you may feel it is not your […]
Some people are afraid that filing for a divorce may affect their eligibility for food stamps. The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is not affected by your marital status. It’s calculated based on your family size and income. Contact a Westlake Village divorce attorney if you have any questions about the divorce process in your […]
One of the most difficult issues to handle in a divorce is child support. Although there are great tools out there to calculate it yourself, it can be tricky. Many factors need to be considered in order to better determine the required level of support the non-custodial parent must provide. Some parents may think their […]
While divorce is often a difficult excursion into the unknown, it can be survived with the right tools. If you are getting divorced, don’t forget your survival backpack. It’s going to be a rocky journey but you will make it. If you ask a Westlake Village divorce attorney to accompany you in this journey, chances […]
This is a common question among parents who give their children for adoption. Adoption is a difficult decision and it’s just hard to let go. While the children may be the fruit of your loins, since you signed those abortion papers, they became someone else’s legal responsibility. There are some circumstances in which you, as […]
There is something called Battered Woman Syndrome (BWS). This is a condition many women victims of domestic violence suffer when exposed to long-term abusive behavior. It’s dangerous as it may lead to psychological paralysis, which means that no matter how bad the situation gets, the victim can’t find the strength to leave the violent environment. […]