Situations involving a pet can get complicated during a divorce. You may be unsure of exactly what’s going to happen or if you’re going to need to share them. Some people even talk about setting up a custody arrangement. You can set up a custody arrangement...
Divorce
Continuing your FEHB coverage after divorcing a federal employee
While health insurance may not be your primary concern as you divorce, it’s crucial for those who have relied on their spouse’s employment for their own health insurance coverage to take steps to make sure they have coverage once that divorce decree is signed. Spouses...
Can you date during your divorce?
You married your partner when you were young, but now that you’ve both grown and been together for a few years, you’ve realized that you aren’t a great fit. You want to move on and start dating other people, but you haven’t even started the process of divorcing. Is it...
The problem with making informal custody changes
Whether you negotiated an arrangement with your ex or went to court for a judge's assistance, your custody order is a reflection of what is hopefully going to be best for your children. It provides instructions on how you share time with the children and divide your...
2 common reasons marriages fall apart
You may have looked over at your spouse and said to yourself, “Where did our love or respect for each other go?” This may be a troubling thought that leads many people to consider divorce. There are many causes why people divorce their spouse, each case unique, but...
How soon is too soon to divorce?
You got married to your spouse just over a year ago, and things seemed to be going well. At least, that was the case until you came across their internet history. After finding out that your spouse was involved in forums and chats you didn’t agree with, you had to...
Staying on point during a child custody case
One of the most challenging aspects of a divorce is settling matters related to child custody. Personal disputes between spouses can often cloud the judgment of both parents, even though they have the best interests of the child at heart. Difficult as it can be, it is...
Why does getting married young lead to divorce?
You can legally get married when you turn 18, but it is a risk. Studies have repeatedly found that those who get married at a very young age get divorced at a higher rate than those who wait. In fact, there are those who believe that the most stable marriages happen...
Is your spouse cheating on you?
Are your instincts alerting you that something is amiss in your marriage? When you live with your spouse, you’re familiar with their daily routines and how they act and react in most situations. Lately, you get the feeling that something is a bit “off” with your...
Dealing with your divorce in your workplace
If you’re preparing to divorce in the new year, you may have some concerns about how it will affect your work – particularly if you go to an office or other workplace every day. For many people, it’s a relief to focus on work rather than the myriad decisions and...