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Divorce and Alcohol Consumption Abuse

Majority of people really need a strong reason to ask for a divorce. Yet, when it comes to divorce, both parties will go through a lot of stress (both physical and emotional). It is a tumultuous time for everyone involved, and there is no easy way to go through a divorce. After getting divorced, people often engage in a variety of unhealthy behaviors. Alcohol-abusing is among them. However, some people choose to divorce because one of the spouses has been using too much alcohol lately. Alcoholism is a very strong ground for a divorce, and one of the leading reasons why people seek divorce in the United States. Salvage What You Can Did you know that Alcoholism is among the three top reasons behind people’s divorce in the States? It is known to dimish relationships to the point where there is nothing left. Under the effect of alcohol, people do things they may regret later. Alcoholics usually have problems with focusing on their marriages, become secretive and tell a lot of ...

How Do You Keep The House In Joint Ownership After Divorce?

After a divorce, the spouses usually end up selling the house and sharing the profit. However, that is not always the best idea. Yes, it will provide the spouses with enough money to invest in a small apartment, but what happens with the children? Their life standards will start to decline, and they will have to move from their home. This is why joint ownership is a good option. Instead of selling, keep the house, at least until your children grow up. Here is how you can do it, and the reasons why you should do it. Understand the Advantages of Co-Ownership The first thing you need to understand is the benefits of keeping your house after a divorce. Yes, selling is not always the only option. If you and your spouse come to an agreement, you can keep the house and have equal ownership over it for as long as you decide to keep it. The person who would stay and live in the house could and should pay the mortgage, while both of you should split the bills. Keep the house in joint ow...

How Can Attorney Help in Changing Existing Child Support Agreements

After a divorce takes place, both parties are assigned their roles and expenses by the court. In cases where a child support agreement is set by the court, it may be difficult to alter it. However, with the help of an experienced Salt Lake City Child Support Attorney , even these types of arrangements can be altered. Here is how an attorney can help you change existing child support agreements. Reach an Agreement An attorney can help you modify the terms of your child support, but it will require the consent of the other parent. In other words, you should speak with your ex-spouse and try and come to an agreement. If the two of you can agree on the changes, you will then have to petition the court and seek the judge's signature. Once the judge signs off on the changes, you are both good to go. However, before these adjustments are accepted by the court, both of you will have to explain your reasons behind these requests. The court will shift towards your changes and al...

What Are Parental Relocation Laws?

Once a married couple reaches their limit, they are forced to file for a divorce. In such an instance, the couple will divide assets accordingly, split all existing debt, negotiate the custodial plan over the children, and part ways. But what happens when a custodial parent decides to move to another state? What if that state is on another continent? How will this affect the child’s relationship with the other parent, and does the noncustodial parent have any rights? Here is how parental relocation disputes are solved in Utah. A Relocation Dispute When the custodial parent decides to move out of the state, travel to another country or go abroad, the child will travel with the parent. If there is no agreement with the other parent, the noncustodial parent may file a relocation dispute. These disputes are usually filled for the following reason: The noncustodial parent will be away from the child The custody plan will get disrupted The child will be away from a parent The...

When Couples Divorce, Who Gets Custody Of Pets?

When two people divorce, they go through a process of asset division ; they fight for custody over their children, trying to retain the same luxury of life and to gain the most out of their divorce. But what happens when a pet is involved? How is a pet treated during a divorce, and who gets the custody of it? A speak with Family Law Attorneys in Salt Lake City at Emy A. Cordano, Attorney at Law and learned that pets are treated as personal property in most cases. Here is how it works. Pets Are Labeled as Property Under the law, any pets owned by a married couple are considered to be their personal property. After a divorce, this “property” should be assigned to one of the parties. However, pets have caused a huge legal disturbance lately, and not all courts around the country treat them the same. Some courts have asked divorcing couple to submit a custody plan that is in the best interest of the animal; other courts have refused to enforce any such plan and have assign...

Receiving Spousal Support After A Divorce

After years of being married, you and your spouse finally decide let it go and file for a divorce. Once things are processed, assets divided and custody has been solved, you and your ex-spouse will part ways. However, the court may award alimony or spousal support after a divorce has ended. To understand how that works, first, we need to understand what alimony is, why it is issued to spouses, and what is the purpose of alimony and spousal support. In order to limit any unfair economic effects of a divorce, the court assigns alimony or spousal support. The purpose of financial support is to: Ensure that your spouse has the same living standards as he/she had during a marriage One spouse may have sacrificed his/her career to take care of the children and needs more time to develop certain skills in order to support himself/herself Ensure that the non-wage-earning spouse gets the financial help he/she deserves Ensure that the spouse who received custody of children has en...

How to Prepare Financially for Divorce

Most struggling couples will try and do everything to avoid a divorce. However, once it is over and both spouses know it, it is time to get prepared for a long and exhausting procedure. Divorce is never an easy thing. It takes your time, your money and part of your life away. You will have to start changing your life, adapting to certain changes and get used to the fact that you may only see your children once a week. From a financial perspective, divorce should be the last option for every married couple. But if it becomes unavoidable, here is what you can do to prepare for divorce financially. Track your Expenses once you realize that your marriage is about to be over, start tracking every single dollar that comes in and out of your household. This will help you organize your post-divorce budget and at the same time, provide your attorney and the judge with evidence of your complete income and expenses. Having records of the past several months would definitely help you o...

Most Common Misconceptions of Divorce

One of the most stressful moments of your life could be your divorce. Before it happens, you have no idea what to expect, and in most cases, when it happens, you don’t know what to do. However, there are some common misconceptions of divorce. Listed below are the most common misconceptions about splitting up. It is the Same As Breaking Up a Relationship Probably the most common misconception people have about divorce is that it is just like a relationship; you call or text the person and your marriage is over. Those who never married may try to relate to this, but those who went through a process of divorce know how complicated it is to get divorced, especially when there are children and properties involved. For that reason, if you and your spouse don’t see your future together, you should consult with a Family Law Attorney and discuss your options. In the majority of cases where things simply don’t work out the way they should, divorce is a better solution. Get Over It...

How Are Retirement Plans Divided in a Divorce?

Making financial decisions is very important in every aspect of your life. Divorce is no different. While going through a divorce, you will be faced with many difficulties and challenges and will have to make many decisions which may affect your future. You will go through: Child custody Asset division Mortgage division However, one thing that most parents spend their effort on (besides getting custody over children) is the retirement saving. This is where most mistakes are made, and where true human nature shows up. This is the reason many divorces went to court and the reason why many individuals never spoke again. Here are some tips that will help you and your spouse divide your retirement plans, without having to declare an all-out war. Understand What You Are Dividing Retirement savings are probably your most valuable assets. It is something you (or your spouse) invested in during hard years of work, and if the employer-sponsored retirement plan (401(k)) is discusse...

Calculate Child Support in Utah

After going through a divorce, you will be faced with many arrangements that have to be made with your spouse. One of them is child support. In Utah, the law states that both parents have to be able to sustain their children financially. In order to determine the amount to be paid, many factors are taken into consideration: Total gross income of both parents The number of children Custody agreements Listed below are some guidelines that will help you understand how child support is calculated in Utah, and everything that is taken into consideration before a final decision is made by the court. THE INCOME The first thing that is taken into consideration when calculating child support is the income of both parents. We are talking about a gross income, one that includes: Salary Capital gain Rent Social security benefits Unemployment benefits All sources of income are taken into consideration, except: Welfare benefits G...

Mistakes To Avoid And Tips To Follow During Divorce

If you and your spouse simply cannot get along anymore, perhaps getting a divorce is the best option. It is never an easy decision, but it is inevitable when both of you simply cannot stand each other anymore. Divorces are known for being complicated and expensive. However, you can make it even more expensive for you, and lose so much more than you anticipated. Here are the most common mistakes people make during a divorce, and a few suggestions on how to avoid making them. CHOOSING THE WRONG DIVORCE PROCESS Did you know that you have more than one option when it comes to filing a divorce? If your parents divorced in court through a long and exhausting and traumatic trial, you can avoid all of that and save both you and your spouse a lot of money and time. The following options are available: Mediation Negotiation Collaborative law It is important to be aware of your choices before you make one. Once you do, there is no going back. You can always end up fighting in ...

The Most Common Causes Leading to Divorce

Some people believe that marriage is a sacred thing, the culmination of love that lasts forever. Other on the other hand believes that it is a necessary “joint partnership” so that two people can have an easier life. Regarding your vision of marriage, you should be aware that in the United States, almost 50 percent of marriages end up with a divorce. And that is not the end of it; since 2014, the divorce rate has started to climb drastically and continues to do so even today. Understanding the main reasons behind a divorce may help you avoid it. Here is why couples file for a divorce, and the most common causes of it. Married To Fast Getting married too soon will increase the chances of a divorce. Many people don’t give each other a chance to show their real habits, life plans, or focus on their career. After getting married too fast, the spouses (both or one of them) may realize that they want to focus on their career or want to “live life to the fullest” before settling in....

What Can You Do If You’re Getting a Divorce in the Middle of an Adoption in Utah?

So you and your spouse decided to adopt a baby. However, something went wrong and now your spouse (or you) filled for a divorce. How does it affect the adoption process and can it be continued? First of all, it is important to understand that a divorce won’t necessarily end the adoption process, but it may be a huge obstacle along the way. As you may know, there are several types of adoptions. Each and every one of them is different in nature and legal aspect. If you are going through a divorce, the final word on your adoption process may be issued by the judge or the biological parents of the child. Here are some things you should know about adoption and what you can do when facing a divorce. THE ORIGINAL IDEA Before you filed your adoption papers, what was the original agreement? Was it that the child will be going to a married couple? If that we what the biological parents were told, perhaps it is time to visit them again and alter the proposed terms of adoption. Howev...

5 Tips of What Not To Do To Your Child During Divorce

Children are the ones who usually suffer the most from a divorce. Being innocent and usually very young, they have to face life living separated from one parent. It is never their fault and they should never be in the epicenter of a divorce. However, sometimes parents make mistakes that affect their children’s further psychological development. Here are 5 things you should avoid doing to your child during your divorce. SEND A MESSAGE In most situations, parents try and communicate with each other through their children. They use their child as a messenger courier. “Tell your father/mother that” is the worst thing you can make your child do. Your child has a relationship with both of you, and as parents, it is your duty to protect your child from any unnecessary exposure and involvement in your divorce. Act like an adult, and solve your problems face to face with your spouse. Don’t let your child get caught in the middle. If your spouse did the same thing to you, contact Fam...