Divorce can be hard on you, your soon-to-be ex-spouse and your kids. Even if you have been through a divorce before, you may not be ready to cope with the psychological effects that often accompany the end of a marriage. These may include anger, sadness, depression or...
The American Psychological Association reports that 40 to 50% of marriages in the US end in divorce. These are statistics that we hear often, but it's important to keep in mind that there are certain things divorcing couples should prepare for. Property division often...
Facing the prospect of divorce can be daunting, especially if you do not feel that you are financially stable enough to be on your own again. However, with some planning and preparation, you can get through the divorce process and find yourself on your own two feet...
If you have been thinking about ending your marriage, you probably already know you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse must divide the marital estate. While some assets, such as your home and cars, are easy to identify, some may be more difficult to track down. While there...
Bill Gates, age 65, and Melinda, 56, now find themselves headed to divorce court, and the dissolution has shocked many followers of the Microsoft icons. The famous couple spent 27 years in matrimony before deciding to part ways. Such "gray divorces" are not uncommon...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that overall the divorce rate in the U.S. saw a decline between 2009 and 2019. However, numbers still vary from state to state. California has one of the nation's highest divorce rates, 6.5% in 2020 according to...
It’s not always easy to bring up a change that is going to affect your children’s lives. Whether they’re toddlers or adults, explaining that you and their other parent will be separating and going your own ways can be a tough pill for them to swallow. It is normal to...
California parents have a lot to deal with when going through a divorce. From determining how to split up all of their assets to determining child custody arrangements, divorce can be a highly emotional process. Unfortunately, many parents tend to withdrawal their...
When you and your spouse divorce and you own a California business together, you need to determine how to handle things moving forward. California is a community property state, which means that any business interests acquired during the marriage may be subject to a...
Older adults in California who get a divorce may face certain challenges that are specific to their age group. There are both financial and emotional implications for people in this situation. Financial issues Adults who are near retirement age, or even past...
