When a couple with children goes through a divorce, many issues can be hotly contested. Amongst these, child support can become a center piece. Coming to an agreement can be difficult, especially when the couple does not get along. Thus, quite often a child support...
Month: November 2013
Study finds divorce rates high in Arizona
A new study shows divorce rates are high in Arizona. The American Community Survey and the Daily Beast, which conducted the study, found Arizona to have one of the highest Divorce rates in the country. According to the study, Arizona has a divorce rate between 10.98...
Many grandparents raising grandchildren without legal rights
So called "grandfamilies," familial units where grandparents head a household in which they raise their grandchildren, are becoming more common across the U.S. According to U.S. Census data, 5.4 million children younger than age 18 live in a household headed by a...
Actor’s ex-wife seeks to increase child support elevenfold
Readers of this blog are well aware of the difficult issues divorcing people can face. Property division can lead to arguments over valuation and sentimental objects, alimony can lead to financial fights, and child custody disputes can lead to emotional strife....
Assets not to forget during divorce’s property division
Going through a divorce can bring on a whole host of legal issues that can be difficult to resolve. Child custody, child support, and spousal support are often vigorously debated, with each side having a vested interest in the outcome. The same goes for property...