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Nov 10, 2015
Can Terminated Parental Rights Be Reinstated?

Dealing with an ex while trying to co-parent is very difficult for many people. Because of the challenges involved in this, some parents consider the idea of terminating parental rights. However, there are many myths surrounding this subject, and it is actually not something most…

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Nov 04, 2015
Rosie O’Donnell and Wife Finalize Divorce, Custody Issues

The latest saga in comedienne Rosie O'Donnell's tumultuous love life seems to have been settled peacefully. As many of our readers may recall, O'Donnell wed her partner Kelli Carpenter in San Francisco back in 2004 when then-mayor Gavin Newsom declared same-sex marriages legal. More than a decade…

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Nov 02, 2015
What Can You Do to Make a Divorce Easier on Your Kids?

Going through a divorce can leave you emotionally scarred. You may be angry, vindictive, resentful or just plain hurt. While you want to make your partner pay by lashing out at him or her, this will do nothing to boost your self-esteem. Getting a law…

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Nov 02, 2015
How Much Will I Owe? Determining Child Support in California

Going through a divorce is an understandably difficult time for families. It can be particularly stressful when determining issues such as child custody and support. In California, Family Code Section 4050 controls how child support obligations are calculated. The couple must provide certain information to the…

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Oct 29, 2015
Tips to Reduce Divorce-Related Stress

Going through a divorce is something that is very stressful. Even if the divorce is planned or if you are the one who initiated the divorce, the stress can still occur. There are some ways that people in the midst of a divorce can help…

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Oct 21, 2015
Divorce Still Not Final for California’s Former First Couple

Most Californians remember the sordid details behind the end of the marriage between our former "governator," Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife of 25 years, Maria Shriver. The couple announced their separation back in 2011, not long after Schwarzenegger's governorship ended. The announcement came after it was revealed…

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Oct 19, 2015
Get Peace of Mind with a Prenuptial Agreement

Many people think that getting a prenuptial agreement means that you think your marriage is doomed and will not stand the test of time. Nothing could be further from the truth. While it may be a bit difficult to bring up this subject when you…

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Oct 15, 2015
Domestic Partnerships: When It’s Time to Separate

While divorce courts should not show any bias toward gender or sexual orientation, this does still happen in some cases, and it's important to have legal representation who understands these challenges and can fight for your rights and interests. Custody battles and other issues involving…

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Oct 15, 2015
Looking for an Amicable Divorce Option? Consider Mediation.

If you're like most of us, you have probably heard a few divorce horror stories, whether on the news or from a friend. For some people, these terrible situations may even seem like a deterrent to end your marriage, despite being unhappily married. While finding…

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Oct 06, 2015
Cuoco and Sweeting Do a Social Media Cleanse

Back in the day, when you broke up with a spouse or significant other, you might cut him or her out of your scrapbook photos or burn the scrapbooks entirely. Now, with our images mostly on social media, some people are choosing to remove all…

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