A study, soon to be published in Population Research and Policy Review-an online journal that offers data on population research-indicates that the number of U.S. divorces directly correlate to the prosperity of the U.S. economy. It seems couples refrain from seeking a divorce during bad economic times. Specifics of the study Researchers analyzed data from 2008 to 2011-the main timeframe of the
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by VBMMP / / Child Custody
Texas laws of child custody and visitation are complex, but the child’s best interest is the foremost concern. Divorce alone is bad enough, but when minor children are involved, the stakes are as high as they come. The stress for a parent of facing the unknown future of the parent-child relationship after divorce, along with concern for children's well being, can be excruciating. The major
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by VBMMP / / Child Custody
The recent Father's Day weekend served as a reminder of the important role father's have to play in the lives of their children. Yet, for many years, fathers tended to be treated less favorably in child custody decisions. That is changing, however, and as parenting roles are increasingly becoming equal, custody arrangements are following suit. Today, fathers who are seeking more time with their
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by VBMMP / / Marital Agreements
Couples should consider whether they want to sign a prenuptial agreement after they get engaged. You got up the nerve. You popped the question and your partner said "yes." You are both excited for the upcoming wedding, but there are many issues you must agree upon before walking down the aisle. In the midst of enjoyable decisions for the ceremony and reception - What flowers should you use?
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by VBMMP / / Child Support
It is not always easy for non-custodial parents to pay child support. Many can’t afford to pay but try to make up for it in other ways. After a divorce, parenting time is usually either split 50/50, or one parent - officially considered the custodial parent - has more time with the children than the other. In rarer cases, the custodial parent has sole custody, while the other parent is limited
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by VBMMP / / Property Division
While parents who are divorcing in McKinney, TX, often focus on custody arrangements, spouses who are over the age of 50 when filing for divorce typically have other concerns, and many of them involve money. The Chicago Tribune reports that, according to research performed at Bowling Green State University, the past two decades have seen an increase in gray divorces by approximately 50 percent.
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An attorney can be helpful for those going through a divorce, but it is important for people to choose the legal professional best suited for their needs. Each year in Dallas, and throughout Texas, numerous married couples decide to split. According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, there were more than 80,000 divorces across the state in 2012 alone. In order to help alleviate
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A study, soon to be published in Population Research and Policy Review-an online journal that offers data on population research-indicates that the number of U.S. divorces directly correlate to the prosperity of the U.S. economy. It seems couples refrain from seeking a divorce during bad economic times. Specifics of the study Researchers analyzed data from 2008 to 2011-the main timeframe of the
[Read more...] about Study links bad economy to lower divorce rates. But why?
by VBMMP / / Child Custody
The recent Father's Day weekend served as a reminder of the important role father's have to play in the lives of their children. Yet, for many years, fathers tended to be treated less favorably in child custody decisions. That is changing, however, and as parenting roles are increasingly becoming equal, custody arrangements are following suit. Today, fathers who are seeking more time with their
[Read more...] about Fathers increasingly demanding equal child custody rights in divorce
by VBMMP / / Child Support
Although non-custodial parents in Texas are ordered to pay child support, many parents are delinquent in making their payments. Divorces are hard for everyone involved, especially children. In some cases, kids who were once used to sharing a home with both parents are made to live in a single parent household. Not only is this emotionally trying for children, it can be financially devastating
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