Family

Child Support and Sudden Unemployment

Thursday, October 28, 2010 by Michele Sacks Lowenstein

If you are suddenly unemployed and have a legal obligation to pay child support, it is imperative that you hustle into court with documents confirming your unemployment as soon as possible.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Choosing the Right DUI Attorney

Thursday, October 28, 2010 by David A. Golas

Drunk Driving charges are a serious offense, and it requires experienced representation in order to make sure that you get as fair a hearing and outcome as possible. A Hartford County DUI attorney who has practiced in the area for decades should have developed strong bonds with the legal community.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Collaborative Law: Codified Under North Carolina Statutes

Monday, October 25, 2010 by M. Douglas Berry

Effective October 1, 2003, the general concept of collaborative law was given statutory life through Article 4 of the General Statutes of North Carolina, Sections 50-70 through 50-80. Collaborative law was officially established as an alternative to the judicial disposition of issues arising out of a civil family law action (except for claims for absolute divorce).... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Differences between Separation and Divorce

Monday, October 25, 2010 by Andrew L. Clark

Andrew L. Clark an experienced Arkansas divorce lawyer talks about the differences between a legal separation and a divorce.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Experience Matters in an Arkansas Divorce Lawyer

Friday, October 22, 2010 by John D. Coulter

When you go through a divorce, your family and your assets can both be significantly affected. With this in mind, the Arkansas divorce attorney that you choose to handle your case should be experienced and capable of protecting the people and the possessions that are most important to you.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

IN FAMILY LAW, YOU MUST ALWAYS "DO RIGHT" TO HAVE THE RIGHT TO ASK THE COURT FOR RELIEF

Monday, October 18, 2010 by Mark A. Chinn

It is a natural human reaction to want to retaliate against someone when they do wrong to you. For example, a mother might decide to deny visitation to a father who wont pay support. It seems like the natural thing to do, but in our legal system, it is the wrong thing to do. The doctrine of "doing right" is called, "the clean hands doctrine." It means that you must be able to show the court that you have done what you are supposed to do if you want the court to help you.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Top 10 California Family Law and Divorce MYTHS

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 by Erin A. Levine

Divorce and Family Law issues are a popular topic to discuss with everyone from close family members and friends, to our hairdressers, colleagues and neighbors. Unfortunately, there are many myths out there --- perpetuated through casual conversation. This blog seeks to debunk some of these myths and offer the most up-to-date synopsis of California law.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

A good web site for divorce information

Monday, October 11, 2010 by Robert L. Sharpe

One of the most thorough sources for general knowledge on this topic is WomansDivorce.com; it includes a live chat room. The topics and information are of interest to both men and women. I hope it helps.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Family Law: Common Points of Discussion Part II

Monday, October 11, 2010 by Paul J. Buser

Part two of the article suggesting common points of discussion in Family Law, brought to you by Scottsdale family law lawyer, Paul J. Buser.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Divorce Rate Drops Across Nation

Monday, October 11, 2010 by Robert L. Sharpe

America's divorce rate has been falling steadily since 1980 and is at its lowest point since 1973, according to information compiled from National Vital Statistics, Population Surveys and Community Surveys.

For 2008, the most recent year data is available, the number of divorces per 1,000 marriages by year stood at 16.9, down from 17.3 in 2005 and down from 18.8 in 2000.

The divorce rate hit an historic high point, at 22.6 per 1,000 marriages, in 1981-1983, which... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

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