Different cultures and religions around the world are coming up with some interesting ways to help couples seek peace, forgiveness and start a new chapter. You may have heard of divorce parties with close friends, or maybe a private glass of champagne once the final papers are signed in your divorce lawyer’s office. But what […]
Divorce can bring sweeping changes to a person’s life. After the paperwork is finalized, it can seem overwhelming to adjust to changes in home life or in relationships. But it’s important to remember another change that requires attention immediately after divorce: managing separate insurance plans. Altering health insurance policies is one of the principal changes […]
When faced with a divorce, it can be extremely difficult for both parties, but even more for the children who are involved. As you face the divorce process, you will need to consider what parenting plans you will put into effect. Even though many parents strive to ensure the child has the same lifestyle as […]
Actors Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman recently announced they are parting ways after a 30-year marriage. While the announcement surprised some, research by Bowling Green State University suggests the couple’s split may be part of a growing trend. Over the last 20 years, the divorce rate for couples age 50 and over has increased more […]
Are you the type of person who posts every detail of your personal life on Facebook? Do you tweet pictures of yourself engaged in questionable behavior? Do you check in on Foursquare everywhere you go? If so, be careful. What you post on social media sites has the potential to undermine your divorce. It’s become […]
When a Wisconsin couple decide to divorce, most of the legal issues to be resolved will be governed by Wisconsin state law. But there also are federal income tax implications that should not be overlooked. Some advanced planning will be required to ensure that there are no surprises for either ex-spouse at tax time. The […]
A Wisconsin man returned home after an absence of many years to learn his wife had divorced him. She also sold the house they owned together even though he never signed papers allowing the sale. The case illustrates the importance of ensuring one’s interests are represented in a family law proceeding. When the man’s wife […]
The month of January tends to see more people filing for divorce than any other time of the year. The timing may be the result of a personal resolution to make a fresh start in the new year. It could be based on practical considerations, such as tax filing status. Whatever the reason, a woman […]
The rise of social media in people’s daily lives is giving estranged spouses just one more thing to argue about during a divorce proceedings. This is particularly true when children are involved. A mother may not appreciate her ex-husband posting pictures of their children on his online dating profile. A man may take offense to […]
Perhaps the two most common regrets of Wisconsin women going through divorce are not having been more involved with the family finances during their marriage and not having maintained control of their own money. Keeping a separate, secret bank account may be one way to take a more active role in one’s finances and avoid […]
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