Every state in America uses the barometer of what's best for the children in instances when parents separate. Courts of law want to ensure that a child's welfare is at the forefront of every child custody matter in California and, in doing so, use some yardsticks by...
Baby Boomers are those individuals in California and around the country who were born between 1946 and 1964. Many in this generation have been married for long periods of time, have children and grandchildren, and are considering retirement, if they haven't retired...
How many news stories have you read about divorced celebrities who go on vacation together with their children and go on picnics together as a family? These and parents like them are applauded for putting aside their differences and getting along for the sake of their...
When a judge makes the decision about who the children will live with after their parents are divorced, it could leave a bad taste in one parent's mouth. Appealing a child custody ruling takes proper planning and must adhere to California family law rules....
It is a well-known fact that divorces can take a long time to settle. People typically blame confusion over assets, difficult negotiations or a stubborn ex for the lengthy process. However, couples seeking a divorce in California may have an additional factor delaying...
Fathers, and men in general, are often portrayed poorly in movies, shows and books. Many real-life California fathers must fight to overcome such stereotypes, which often include images of disconnected, lazy dads who are more like overgrown toddlers than productive...
Prenuptial agreements are not exactly the most romantic subject a couple planning a wedding may broach in California or elsewhere around the country. Discussing how to divide property should a divorce occur is simply not met with the same enthusiasm as choosing the...
Divorce often puts children in very precarious positions. They may feel a tremendous amount of guilt, especially when older kids have a preference when it comes to child custody. They may wish to live with one parent full time instead of the other, and California...
Some California spouses have the unfortunate experience of facing divorce just a few years into their marriages. Many spouses say they didn't see it coming and, in fact, thought things were going along fairly well in their relationships. A man in another state says he...
Residents in California and all across the nation were given a couple of extra days this year before their federal tax returns for 2017 were due. While some taxpayers file their returns as soon as they receive all the required documentation, others choose to file as...
