If you discover that your spouse has had an extramarital affair, that could very well be the reason you file for divorce. Infidelity violates the foundation of trust that is so important in any marriage, and it can endanger the other spouse both financially and...
If there is one thing that can seriously harm a child, it’s being in a home with parents who are violent. Whether you or your spouse has acted out violently or caused a negative atmosphere in the home, it’s the reality that the harmful behaviors can have a lasting...
For many couples in California, divorce leads to intense emotions and disagreement. Especially when it comes to the division of your property, you may feel strongly about what is right or fair. Your ex may have a different opinion, and neither of your expectations may...
There are those who say that outsiders can never know what happens in a marriage. That may be true for as long as the couple stays married. However, witnesses to the spousal testimony in contested divorces may walk away knowing a massive amount about peoples' personal...
Under California's community property laws, you and your ex should share almost all of your property and debts when you divorce. Unfortunately, not everyone will enthusiastically participate in property division proceedings with good intentions. Some individuals...
You may not worry much about dividing your property in your divorce. After all, California is a community property state that protects the rights of both spouses. You may feel comfortable about your ability to negotiate a settlement with your spouse or the idea that a...
Adultery could be the reason you file for divorce, or it could be something you discover once you start talking about the end of the marriage with your spouse. Realizing that the person who shares your life and your bed has been intimate with someone else can feel...
The way you bring in an income can have a significant impact on the way your divorce works and how you divide your assets. Someone with a consistent salary and no bonuses may have a straightforward description of their earnings. Someone who earns on commission may not...
Divorcing couples in California either need to negotiate a property settlement or wait for a chance for a hearing in family court. A judge dividing your property will use the community property laws when making decisions, so you can apply those same ideas when trying...
Many married couples in California often have big gaps in their personal resources and earning potential. It is common for one spouse to earn far more than the other does, especially if the couple shares children. If you stayed home for years to raise your children or...
