February

  • Are You Ready for Remarriage?

    February 19, 2010 | comments: 0
    Remarriage can be a beautiful thing, especially when you are ready to take the next step forward. Many people look at remarriage as a second chance at making their relationship right. However, as with any type of relationship, it is important to recognize the impact that remarriage can... Read More

  • 4 Ways Your Spouse Can Hide Assets in a Divorce

    February 17, 2010 | comments: 0
    Everyone knows a divorce can be a tricky adventure once you get into the courtroom. We often do not know the true colors of an individual until we become involved in a divorce and legal proceedings have a way of making people do things that you never imagined they might do to you. Besides... Read More

  • You Need a Divorce Decree to Get Remarried
    February 12, 2010 | comments: 0
    A divorce decree is a formal legal document issued by the divorce court that terminates a marriage.The decree is proof that a divorce has been finalized. It contains the terms and conditions of the divorce, such as the court’s instructions on how property is to be divided, child... Read More

  • Can You Really Do-It-Yourself?

    February 11, 2010 | comments: 0
    The economic hardships brought on by divorce causes many people to search for do-it-yourself options in order to save money. Before considering this alternative several questions must be answered. A major consideration in a Pro Se (or "for yourself" divorce without an attorney)... Read More

  • How to Find Your Divorce Records

    February 10, 2010 | comments: 0
    When a divorce is finalized by the court system, the court proceedings are documented and stored in a divorce court record. While the precise contents of a divorce court record will vary from state to state, divorce records will generally contain the paperwork that was filed at every step... Read More

  • Understanding Child Custody Laws
    February 10, 2010 | comments: 0
    Child custody refers to the legal care and maintenance of a child to one or both of the parents. Child custody is often a battle for many families going through divorce. In many cases, the parent who should be awarded full custody of the child is obvious, while in other cases it is not.... Read More

  • Do You Live in a Community Property State?
    February 9, 2010 | comments: 0
    One very important aspect of divorce law is the concept of community property. The premise behind community property is that property a couple acquires during their marriage is considered to be jointly owned by both spouses. In the event of a divorce, this property is divided between the... Read More

  • Young People Want 'Happily Ever After,' but Lack Skills to Make Marriage Work
    February 27, 2009 | comments: 0
    A groundbreaking new survey sponsored by the National Healthy Marriage Resource Center (NHMRC) finds that 82% of young adults aged 18-30 plan to get married and stay married for life. However, an estimated 40% of first marriages end in divorce. Why? "There is often a disconnect... Read More

  • Secrets To Love Addresses the Marriage Controversy!

    February 24, 2009 | comments: 0
    President Barack Obama stated in his book "Audacity of Hope" that there is preliminary evidence that "Marriage education workshops can make a real difference in helping married couples stay together..." Yet, today there is a growing controversy about whether or not the... Read More

  • Booklet Helps Women Navigate the Terrain of Dividing Retirement Benefits
    February 20, 2009 | comments: 0
    Non-profit Guide Explains How Women Can Avoid Losing the Pension and Save Themselves From Additional Pain During a Split The Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) today released Divorce and Retirement: How to Take Control of Retirement Benefits, a short, commonsense guide on... Read More

  • FamilyLife Invites Recently Unemployed Couples to Attend Marriage Conference for Free
    February 18, 2009 | comments: 0
    FamilyLife, the global, donor-supported leader in marriage conferences, will present Weekend to Remember in Charlotte on Feb. 20 - 22. The Weekend to Remember marriage conference aims to strengthen healthy marriages and heal troubled ones in an engaging, supportive and non-threatening... Read More

  • Divorce Lawyers Opting for Valentine's Truce

    February 11, 2009 | comments: 0
    Valentine's Day isn't always a celebration of undying romantic love. This year, family law attorneys in Texas are exploring ways that disputing couples can play nice, whether they stay together or are torn asunder. For decades, litigation was the only avenue for parties in trouble. The... Read More

  • 80% of Caregivers Report Strain on Their Marriages
    February 10, 2009 | comments: 0
    Caring.com and the 'marriage doctors' share tips on how to keep love alive while caring for aging parents Eighty percent of baby boomers caring for an aging parent say that it has put a strain on their marriage. This insight is one of many garnered from a new research study conducted by... Read More

  • V-Day or D-Day?
    February 6, 2009 | comments: 0
    Cupid's arrow might be doing more harm than good. Even though the present state of the economy has forced many unhappy couples to either put off a divorce or reconcile their differences, LegalZoom.com predicts a jump in the number of couples finally calling it quits in the weeks... Read More

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