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Oct 25, 2022
How Often Should You Update Your Estate Plan?

An estate plan may sound fancy and unnecessary, but nothing could be further from the truth. If you own a house or car or have money in a bank account, then you need a will. Contrary to popular belief, a will is just one piece…

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Oct 05, 2022
What Happens if I Can’t Make My Child Support Payments?

When parents in separate households share custody of a minor child, the parent with primary physical custody of the child will receive monetary payments from the other parent in the form of child support. Child support funds are awarded to the primary custodial parent to…

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Oct 03, 2022
Important Things To Know About California Divorce

Most individuals likely enter their marriages without the intent for divorce to take place. Ending your marriage with your spouse is a complex process that requires attention to detail, time management, and money. On top of that, each state has its own guidelines, language, and…

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Sep 28, 2022
Social Media & Child Custody: What Can Be Used Against You in a Custody Battle?

In child custody cases, the court prioritizes the best interest of the child. The court considers a variety of factors in determining the child’s best interests, including but not limited to whether either party is unfit, each parent’s willingness to help foster the child’s relationship…

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Sep 25, 2022
What Is an Advanced Healthcare Directive?

An advanced healthcare directive (AHCD) is a legal document that outlines your wishes concerning your medical care if you are unconscious or incapacitated because of an illness or accident. If you have drafted an advanced healthcare directive, your family members and medical staff are legally…

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Sep 01, 2022
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights?

When parents file for a divorce, everyone knows that they will have to tackle custody issues. It is important for parents to have a sound understanding of their parenting plans and how they will approach custody. However, what about other family members, such as grandparents?…

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Aug 30, 2022
Enforcing Child Support in California

What Happens When Child Support Is Not Paid? If you are the primary custodian of a child, you may rely on child support payments to cover bills and childcare-related expenses. When the other party fails to make these payments, you can take legal action to…

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Aug 28, 2022
What Are Annulments?

An annulment (also referred to as nullity) occurs when a judge declares a marriage is not legally valid (because of legal issues when the marriage began). If you are granted an annulment, your marriage will be considered void (as if it never happened) because it…

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Aug 03, 2022
Getting Ready For The Upcoming School Year

As the end of summer quickly approaches, children everywhere will be gearing up for the return to school. This can be a very stressful time for kids as they adjust to new schedules and routines. Co-parents may also find themselves struggling during this time as…

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Jul 20, 2022
How Does Gender Affect Marriage and Divorce?

Gender roles and expectations can shape both marriage and divorce. Couples who divide household chores and childcare responsibilities equally, for example, are less likely to get divorced. Meanwhile, couples who begin their marriage with traditional gender roles and experience a shift in economic and social…

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