Any person who has a dog, cat or other pet knows just how special these animals can become and the large role a pet can play in their lives. More and more, pets are considered and treated as essential members of the family, not as pieces of property. One of the times...
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When is it appropriate to modify a visitation agreement?
When you are going through a divorce, one of the things you will need to prepare for is to arrange a visitation agreement with your spouse on behalf of your children. A functional agreement will provide some flexibility to both parties to allow both of you adequate...
Getting the right information in an uncontested divorce
Despite long-held beliefs to the contrary, not all divorce cases in Mississippi are contentious and filled with seemingly endless dispute. Some couples who are at the end of a marriage can agree on the key issues and have an "uncontested" divorce. A "contested"...
Research shows divorce rates increase in the new year
Mississippi couples who are experiencing marital turmoil might hit the breaking point at any time. A range of issues can spark dispute in marriage. Once the personal and emotional factors reach a certain juncture, the end of a marriage is the only viable solution....
What is the law for no-fault and fault divorce in Mississippi?
There are important aspects of the law that should be understood when contemplating divorce. In most states, the divorce process is "no-fault." This means that the baseline will be that the couple has "irreconcilable differences" and nothing more needs to be said or...
How do irreconcilable differences impact my divorce?
There are many reasons for Mississippi residents to decide they should end their marriage and get a divorce. For many, however, there is no one specific issue in dispute. They will have certain problems that they cannot bridge and believe that it is preferable to move...
How property is divided in Mississippi during divorce
Property division is one of the most common concerns couples have as they prepare to divorce. As a result, it is useful for them to be familiar with how property division is handled during divorce. It will help them prioritize their interests and be better prepared...
Social media and how it could impact your divorce
If you haven't been living under a rock for the last ten years, then you know how prevalent social media has become. People use social media to varying degrees, but it is common for those celebrating big life events, like marriages or children, to share the news in a...
Could a divorce actually make you a better parent?
When a person thinks about the type of parent they will be one day, many never imagine that they could be a single parent in the future. However, for some parents, this is what happens. However, it's not unheard of to think that a person can be just as good of a...
Why might you be interested in a prenuptial agreement?
Before getting married, there are many things that the engaged couple may have on their list to accomplish. Much of it will be related to the wedding day or the honeymoon, however, there is another topic that should be discussed and considered. That topic has to do...