Adults who divorce often look forward to the day when they no longer have to speak to their ex. For those who share children, that day won’t come for a while. In some cases, it may never come. Communicating with your ex may not always be easy, but you must ensure you...
Most parents refer to parenting time and decision-making authority after divorce as “custody.” Some state laws, including those in Texas, use different terms. If you’re going to be divorcing this year, you’ll likely see these legal terms in the documents you’ll be...
If you are married to and/or have children with a person who is a citizen of another country, when it comes to divorce, your fears of that person fleeing to that country with your children is justified. Furthermore, your co-parent doesn’t even have to be a citizen of...
When you think of domestic violence, physical abuse might be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it is essential to understand that verbal abuse can also be a form of domestic violence. It could potentially impact divorce proceedings. It is necessary to...
Christmas is typically one of the hardest times of the year for divorced or divorcing parents and their children. Whether the divorce is done by that point or just getting started, the parents may not want to spend it together. Their children, however, likely want to...
People who work in hospital emergency room already knows this, but the holiday season is the peak time for domestic violence incidents. Studies have shown that intimate partner violence tends to escalate around holidays of any kind, but it’s highest on Christmas and...
When a parent exhibits narcissistic traits, this reality can be truly challenging for their children and for their children’s other parent. Narcissistic individuals often have a deep need for control, lack empathy and prioritize their own interests, which can make...
While getting divorced, you know that you want to protect your right to have custody of your children. Even if you’re not seeking sole custody, you at least want to share custody with your ex. This will keep you involved in the child’s life. But what if you have a...
To pursue a divorce, all a spouse needs to show is that there are irreconcilable differences in the marriage. There is no need for either spouse to lay the blame on the other. Nonetheless, irreconcilable differences is a term that can include many different aspects....
Not all co-parenting relationships go smoothly. Some people can be very difficult to work with. One time they might try to cause you trouble is during handovers of the children. Here are a few tips to help you cope if this is the case. 1. Don’t play their game Don’t...