Going through a divorce or child custody issue can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be hard on your wallet. Attorneys typically ask for a retainer fee before a
Drinking Habits Impact Divorce Likelihood
A new study out of the University of Buffalo found that couples who have similar drinking habits are less likely to get a divorce than a pair who have disproportion
Dealing With Divorce During The Holidays
For some, holidays can be a great time to celebrate the season with friends and family, but for others, it can be a very stressful time of year. If your
Gray Divorce Becoming More Common for Older Couples
According to the Census Bureau, five times as many Americans over the age of 50 are divorced than they were only 50 years ago. Census data revealed that only 2.8
Couples Say Cost of Splitting is Top Concern in a Divorce
A new study by Avvo revealed that the cost of splitting up is the top concern among divorcing couples. The poll asked 890 individuals and 447 attorneys to evaluate the
Divorce Has Greater Impact on Young Children
A new study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin revealed that children of divorce might develop a more insecure relationship with their parents if the divorce occurs at a
Americans Becoming Less Tolerant of Cheating Partners
A recent Gallup roll found that 91 percent of American adults believe adultery is wrong, a big jump from 40 years ago, when only 70 percent of people believed extramarital
Family Law Impacts of the Same-Sex Marriage in Minnesota
The legalization of same sex marriage in Minnesota has been a hot topic around the state and on this blog over the past few days. We’ve talked about the celebration
A History of Same-Sex Marriage in the United States
May 14th, 2013 will forever be remembered as the day Minnesota became just the 12th state to legalize same-sex marriage. Although the law won’t go into effect until August 1,
5 Steps for Introducing Your New Partner to Your Children
Divorce usually takes an emotional toll on all involved. While you may feel happy or encouraged by your fresh start, the separation of their mother and father can be extremely