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Divorce Financial Pitfalls That Can Surprise You

It's possible for a divorce to leave you without much money when everything is finished. While some reasons for this are inevitable, some reasons can be avoided. Here are 3 of those avoidable reasons. Giving Away Assets A common mistake you can make during a divorce is giving your spouse assets that you do not care about. This could be from having an emotional association with the item from that marriage, and simply not wanting to be reminded of it by having that item after the divorce. Read More 

3 Tips To Prepare For Your Child Custody Mediation

Divorce is never easy, but it can be especially difficult if you and your spouse are engaged in a dispute about child custody. These disputes can sometimes turn ugly, and they may put children in difficult positions. Very often, courts and attorneys advise couples to engage in child custody mediation, which is a private negotiation with a third-party serving to facilitate the conversation and encourage a settlement. If you opt for mediation, it's important that you enter the process prepared. Read More 

Four Tips For Minimizing Your Legal Fees In A Workers Comp Case

A lot of workers compensation cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. This means, if you win your case and receive a settlement, then your lawyer gets a portion of that settlement. This also means that if you lose, your lawyer receives nothing. Unfortunately, not all workers comp cases are handled this way. Other times, the lawyer can charge you a fee based on what they deem necessary. The expenses you can accumulate during a workers comp case can get rather high, especially if you find yourself in a lengthy legal battle where your employer is fighting your claim. Read More 

When The Other Parent Is Unfit: Trying For Full Custody Takes Time And Perseverance

When you are in the middle of a divorce and children are involved, custody may be something both parties can't agree on. If you believe that the other party is an unfit parent, you will have to prove this in court. When two parents separate, it is generally in the best interest of the children for both parents to share legal and physical custody. A parent can be considered unfit for a number of reasons, but you must be able to prove your allegations. Read More 

Annulment: Is It For Me?

If your recent marriage has already got you thinking about parting ways, you may be wondering if you can just get an annulment. You may have heard that an annulment is perfect for those with very short marriages that just don't work out. Many people want to get an annulment because of religious reasons. To help you sort fact from fiction, read on to learn about what type of marital situation qualifies for an annulment. Read More