There are many reasons why a Riverside area couple seeks out a divorce. They may feel like they have grown apart, they may no longer get along and are constantly arguing, they may have had a physical affair, and sometimes an emotional affair has occurred. While some...
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Month: January 2022
Joint custody with shared parenting time may be a good option
Getting a divorce when there are children involved can be complicated. Many parents want their children with them as much as possible and are reluctant to share time with the other parent. However, research has shown that children typically benefit from the...
Is now the time to start thinking about divorce?
January is the time of new year's resolutions. Maybe it is sober January or going to the gym. Maybe there are professional goals to work toward. But, the first month of the year also signals a surge in calls about getting divorced. While there are months with higher...
Ask yourself: Is it time to divorce?
Marriages involve many challenges and rewards. While the balance can change daily, the benefits should outweigh the shortfalls. So, it is healthy to do a check-in every once in a while to make sure that your marriage remains in the plus column. Seven questions to ask...
Common questions about same-sex divorces in California
Since the Supreme Court decision legalizing marriage across the United States has gone into effect, hundreds of thousands of same-sex couples have been married. But just like heterosexual couples, not all marriages last forever. When a same-sex couple in California...
What if our marriage was a short one?
One of the notable trends during the pandemic is that newer marriages are more likely to end in divorce. While the specifics of each relationship are different, researchers generally found the pressure of living on top of each pushed the newer couples to call it...
What can child support be used for?
Child support is a vital part of participating in the care of a child following a divorce. When a Riverside parent ends their marriage, many of their obligations to their ex may cease but their commitments to their kids endure. Often, both parents are expected to...
Do military spouses keep any benefits following a divorce?
Being married to a member of the armed services is unlike normal, civilian marriages. It presents unique challenges other couples will never have to deal with. Not surprisingly, then, there are also differences between a military divorce and civilian divorces, with...