Child custody arrangements are among the most emotionally charged and complex aspects of divorce. Navigating through this process requires an understanding of various legal terms, types of custody, and factors considered by courts in making decisions. Here’s what you need to know to help you make informed choices and ensure the best interests of your […]
10 Tips to Best Position Yourself in a Custody Dispute
In a custody dispute, two parents are engaged in a court battle about who gets to raise their child or children. Conflicts over custody are frequently emotionally charged, and both parties may believe they are right. Occasionally, one parent may ask for exclusive custody while the other requests shared custody or visitation. What the court […]
If Your Spouse Interferes with Visitation, Can You Withhold Support?
Divorce between parents can be a difficult and stressful process, especially when kids are involved. Maintaining fair and consistent visitation arrangements and support payments is one of the difficulties separated parents have. However, there are some circumstances where a non-custodial parent may discover that their ex-spouse is interfering with their visiting rights, which can cause […]
The Effects of Domestic Violence on Child Custody Battles
Undergoing a divorce is already a distressing and intricate process, and this complexity intensifies when domestic violence becomes a factor. Managing a divorce and child custody case following an abusive marriage introduces an additional layer of intricacy and anguish to the proceedings. Domestic violence, characterized as “violent or aggressive behavior within the home,” significantly influences […]
Child Discipline After Divorce: A Guide for Parents
Divorce is emotionally draining to parents and children. Given that divorce often results in changes to a child’s schedule, relationships, and housing situation, the divorce process can be extremely challenging. For the custodial parents who are responsible for guiding and disciplining the child in the absence of the non-custodial parent, this adjustment can be particularly […]
How Often Do Non-Custodial Parents See Their Children?
One of the most challenging parts of divorce is how child custody is divided. The distance between the parents’ homes, the child’s age and needs, and the parents’ work schedules may all have an impact on custody agreements. There are a number of factors that can affect how often a non-custodial parent sees his or […]
Popular Myths About Shared Parenting
Shared parenting is a type of custody agreement where both parents share responsibility for raising and making decisions for their children. This is also referred to as joint custody. Despite the recent rise in popularity of shared parenting, there are still many myths and misconceptions about this kind of custody arrangement. In this article, we […]
False Allegations in Custody Cases: Questions, Observations & Comments
False allegations in child custody cases can have a catastrophic effect on the parent who is being accused. It can also affect the child or children involved. Below we will discuss common false allegations in custody cases, their effects, and how to defend yourself in the event of a false allegation. Common False Allegations in […]
10 Factors That Influence Child Custody
When parents of young kids or teenagers get divorce or separate, one of the biggest issues they must work out is child custody and child visitation. Custody matters are generally handled on a state-by-state basis, and parents should always refer to the relevant state law. At the same time, virtually all U.S. states operate under […]