While divorce can happen anytime during the year, it tends to peak between January and March. It’s so prevalent that it’s often referred to as “divorce season”. There are several factors contributing to this phenomenon. A cultural calendar One reason we tend to see a...
When you’re a parent who is approaching a divorce, your number one focus is most likely going to be on your children. You want to minimize disruptions to their lives – and you don’t want them stuck in a home where the atmosphere between the adults has gotten decidedly...
If you are taking the time to read this post, you already know that allegations of drunk driving are serious. Even a first-time offense can come with up to 48 hours imprisonment, up to one year drivers’ license suspension, and financial penalties of up to $1,000. Add...
Since divorce is such a complex legal process, the courts often employ ways to simplify certain elements of separation. This is especially true when children are involved because their best interests remain a top priority and uncertainty isn’t great for kids. One...
Co-parenting and vacation planning can often come with complex challenges. Effective coordination and clear communication are vital in ensuring the children and parents have a positive experience. Approaching vacation planning with flexibility, empathy and a...
As New Year's Eve approaches, drivers need to understand the concept of reasonable suspicion as it applies to drunk driving stops. This legal standard directly impacts how and why law enforcement officers can stop vehicles to investigate potential drunk driving....
When the state charges you with a criminal offense, the prosecution is going to act as if its case is failproof. Sure, they might have evidence indicative of criminal wrongdoing, but you shouldn’t accept that evidence as being admissible and thus determinative of your...
Things can be a bit more complicated for co-parents after a divorce. They have to consider their ex’s rights to see the children, and they are not just making decisions for themselves. One way in which this shows up is when someone wants to move or relocate. For...
Divorce allows you to find someone new, someone better suited to your needs. The problem is that moving too soon could lead to problems. Firstly, there is the legal side of things to consider. If you are still in the middle of a divorce, starting a new relationship or...
Co-parenting is an option for divorcing parents who wish to have some control over how their children are raised. Each parent in a co-parenting plan is often given some physical and legal custody. Physical custody is a parent’s obligation to house and feed their...