Monthly Archives: December 2016

Smoking, Drinking in Children Linked to Parents’ Divorce

Researchers in a variety of studies have linked parents’ neglect, absence or divorce to bad behavior in their children, including smoking and drinking. Children who have lost a mother or father early in life (defined as before the age of seven) are far more likely to drink and smoke before or during their teen years,… Read More »

What Not to Say When Bringing Up Divorce with Your Spouse

It can be a harrowing experience to bring up the idea of divorce with your spouse. At some point, if you believe divorce is imminent, the conversation is going to have to happen. However, there are certain things you should never do or say during this conversation, as it could hurt you later on. The… Read More »

Hiring a Private Investigator When Going Through a Divorce

In some situations, people who are going through a divorce decide to hire a private investigator to help identify marital assets and property and ensure they are receiving their fair share when it comes dividing this property. However, it’s important to keep in mind that there are limits to what an investigator can do for… Read More »

Why Divorce is Better than Being Trapped in a Bad Marriage

There’s a certain stigma associated with divorce that many people have a hard time shaking. Those who are stuck in bad relationships often delay filing for divorce simply because they focus on negative questions, such as “what will other people think?” or “what if this decision ruins my children’s lives?” Although it’s quite normal to… Read More »

At What Time of Year is Divorce Most Likely?

A recent study of divorce filings in the state of Washington indicates there are two particular months out of the year at which divorce filings peak: March and August. Researchers have presented a number of hypotheses as to why people are more likely to get divorced in these months. The most commonly accepted reason is… Read More »

New Study Highlights the Impact of Divorce on Retirement

While divorce rates for Americans overall appear to be falling, older Americans are still getting divorced at fairly high rates. According to Bloomberg, this has led to some interesting outcomes in terms of how older Americans are working and retiring. Approximately one in five Americans over the age of 65 are still working, a record… Read More »

Common Advice from Marriage Therapists for Couples Considering Divorce

Many couples who are frustrated with their marriage and are on the verge of divorce decide to give marriage therapy a try. The hope is that they can work out their issues together in a mediated setting and save their relationship. While this does not necessarily work for all couples, it can help rekindle your… Read More »

Why You Should Have an Attorney File Your Divorce Petition on Your Behalf

When you file for divorce, you are required to provide the court with certain information. For example, you must give the court the legal authority to actually process your case. A divorce petition — occasionally also referred to as a divorce complaint — allows you to present certain facts that indicate you meet all jurisdictional… Read More »

Be Sure to Update Your Insurance Policies After a Divorce

After your divorce is finalized, one of the first things you should do is go over all of your insurance policies and make any necessary updates. This is a task that is easily forgotten, but also quite important to help you save money and ensure you are receiving coverage for everything you need. The following… Read More »