Tag Archives: divorce
Can mediation solve child custody disputes?
For many Nevada parents, ironing out the details of the care and custody of their shared children is the top priority within their divorce. Child custody matters are among the most contentious forms of family law, and lead many parents into lengthy and bitter court battles. It is important for parents to realize, however,… Read More »
Visitation may be in to preserving parent/child bond in Nevada
Many parents of young children who are unhappy in their marriage believe that ending the union while the children are small is the best course of action. This is an understandable approach, as years spent in argument or other negative behavior patterns can surely influence a child’s life. Recently released research, however, suggests that… Read More »
When it is necessary to ask for a custody modification
For many Nevada parents, the transition into a co-parenting role in the months following a divorce can be difficult. When a family has been functioning in a certain manner for a period of time, any form of change can be a challenge. When parents begin living in different households and divide parenting time, there… Read More »
Nevada divorce can result in mental and physical ailments
Divorce is stressful for everyone involved, and stress is rarely a good thing. For some Nevada residents, it can produce many negative side effects which can manifest as a host of physical symptoms. The fact that divorce can — in some instances — be a drawn-out process with unpredictable results means some stress is… Read More »
Protect oneself during a Las Vegas divorce
The process of divorce can be trying on the emotions and the finances. In some cases, the dynamics of a relationship make the divorce process even more difficult. Las Vegas residents who are facing divorce, and feel their spouse may have a controlling personality, may be interested to learn that there are some guidelines… Read More »
Insurance matters in a Nevada divorce process
During the course of a Nevada divorce, there are a great many seemingly minor details that require attention. Insurance issues are one such divorce topic, and are often overlooked by spouses who are eager to put an end to the process and move on with their newly single lives. However, failing to adequately handle… Read More »
Litigating a Nevada divorce can bring difficulties
When a Nevada couple wishes to end their marriage, there are a number of options available as to how to achieve that end. In some cases, spouses are able to work together in a collaborative manner to iron out the details of their divorce. Other couples use the services of a mediator to help… Read More »
Divorcing the dog: challenges of deciding on pet custody
Although it may sound relatively trivial, pet custody is a frequent topic in many divorce agreements. The most recent Census told us that over 70 percent of households in the United States have pets. With a steady divorce rate hovering around half of all marriages and many more breakups of unmarried couples who share… Read More »
Does meeting online lower the chances of divorce?
A recent study suggests a slight difference in divorce rates among people who met online compared to those who met in person through friends, work, or in a social setting. The study surveyed 19,000 people who were married, about one-third of whom had met their spouse online through either a dating website or Facebook… Read More »
Committed couple cannot live together under divorce morality clause
A committed same-sex couple cannot live together any longer under a morality clause in one of the women’s divorce decrees. A state judge recently ordered the couple to cease cohabitating because one of the women has a child custody agreement that is bound by a morality clause. The clause is automatically included in divorces… Read More »