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Parents are responsible for providing for their child’s needs, like housing, food, clothes and education. When parents are divorced, child support payments are generally calculated based on their income and how much time they each spend with the child. Income includes...
Almost every marriage has its ups and downs. In most instances, spouses who find themselves in conflict figure out how to resolve the matter and move on. If you’re reading this blog post, then you’re probably wondering when your martial disputes aren’t just...
If a person is the victim of domestic violence in California, they can request a restraining order, also known as a protective order. A protective order can ensure that the abuser cannot contact the victim for a period of time. Forms of domestic violence While...
Many grandparents have close relationships with their grandchildren, providing them with stability and love. In some situations, grandparents may want to seek custody of their grandchildren. Grandparents’ rights Grandparents do not have an automatic right to custody...
There are many difficult aspects to divorce, but property division may be particularly likely to spark a dispute. This may be especially true when there are family heirlooms involved. Property division overview California is a community property state, meaning that...
Once you have realized that you are headed for divorce, one of your biggest questions is likely to be how long the process takes. The answer to that question is different for every case. Just as every marriage is different, so is every divorce, and there is no exact...
Before a California couple decides to divorce, there is usually a separation period. California law does not require you to be separated from your spouse for a certain time before filing for divorce, but there is a six-month waiting period before you can finalize your...
Property division is one of the most complicated aspects of most California divorces and is often what results in the most anxiety. Dividing smaller property, such as vehicles or household items, is usually simple enough. But when it comes to larger assets that have...
If you are getting a divorce, you may have heard that California is a community property state, meaning that your marital assets will be divided equally between you and your soon-to-be ex. However, it is not possible to physically divide a home or car into two pieces....
As a parent going through a divorce or separation, you have preferences with regard to child custody. Some parents may prefer to have full physical and legal custody, while others may prefer joint custody. However, it is important to remember that while your...