Melissa D. Cianci
LATEST ARTICLES BY: Melissa D. Cianci
Paula Patton and Robin Thicke Announce Split
As Oscar weekend approaches, most news and gossip outlets will focus on the designer dresses actresses will be wearing and who nominated actors may bring as dates to the biggest night of the year for the motion picture industry. But what will Oscar night be…
The Important Life Lessons We Can Learn During Divorce
Some of the most successful people in life are those who can view every situation as an opportunity to learn and facilitate personal growth. This is obviously much easier in some situations than in others. What does divorce have to teach us? The answer may…
Taking a Proactive Approach to Divorce
If you or your spouse is considering whether or not to end your marriage, it will benefit you to think proactively before committing to divorce. Most of the time, divorce is a relatively amicable process, but this well-intentioned approach does not make the divorce process…
Is It a Rough Patch, or Signs of Impending Divorce?
Every California couple goes through a range of ups and downs within their marriage. It is completely normal to experience a difficult period, especially when other factors such as an illness in the family or money troubles are at play. However, there are some types…
Struggling with Divorce-Related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Most Americans have some familiarity with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. They may be aware that it is a condition that many combat soldiers, accident survivors, and trauma victims suffer from. What many Americans likely do not know is that divorce can cause PTSD symptoms in certain…
Stay-At-Home Spouses: Should You Consider a Postnup?
The beginning of a new year often brings on many changes for California families looking to make a fresh start. Some people may be considering a career change while others may decide to start or expand a family. These can be significant and positive life…
Should a California Child Custody Case Be Handled Alone?
It is likely that when many California couples decide to take the plunge and go for the divorce they have been wanting, finances can be an issue. Many of these people try conserving finances and cutting any cost they can, but it may not always…
With Fewer Women Having Children, Divorce May Be Much Easier
Although the end of a marriage is never easy, many of us in Roseville have heard that the most complex, the most emotional and the hardest part of any separation is negotiating child custody and child support. Few parents want to be separated from their…
State of California Launches Free Child Support App
CA Child Support App Technology has infiltrated nearly every aspect of the lives of individuals residing in Placer County, including child support matters. This is illustrated by the recent launch of an app designed to make it easy for parents in California to check the…
Marriage and Divorce: Does the Whole System Need an Overhaul?
With divorce rates as high as they are, many people are beginning to question the entire institution of marriage. One common critique is that our current system of laws makes it too easy to get married and too difficult to get a divorce. Should this be…
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