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Divorce in the Military
When it comes to military families, the divorce process is somewhat different—and often more complicated—than usual. Here is a quick look at how the military divorce process works and how it differs from civilian divorce: Grounds for Divorce In the state of California, the grounds for a military divorce are the same as for a civilian divorce. California is a…
Mediation on the Rise
Whatever your issue, be it divorce, bankruptcy, or medical malpractice suits, many people are increasingly considering mediation over going through the litigation process. Mediation unlike attorney services offers a more speedy and inexpensive resolution. In some situations, such as bankruptcy, it is the courts who decide to use mediation in order to relieve themselves of significant overload of cases. However…
What Divorce Can and Cannot Do for You
Divorce is a complicated and emotional process. While going through a divorce is never easy, it is helpful to understand what you can and cannot expect from the process. Divorce Can: Divide shared property. The division of property is a major part of any divorce. California is a “community property” state, meaning any property acquired during the length of the…
Stay-at-Home Moms: What alimony can you expect after divorce?
Unfortunately for many stay-at-home mothers, guaranteed alimony seems to be becoming a thing of the past. Forbes contributor Emma Johnson discusses the downward trend of stay-at-home mothers “automatically” receiving spousal support after divorce in “Stay-at-Home Mom Facing Divorce? Don’t Expect Alimony.” “Nearly every state is revisiting its laws on alimony—or “maintenance”—in divorce cases, and the trend is universal: more limits…
What happens with my Social Security if I get divorce?
If you are going through a divorce, you might be wondering how it will affect your Social Security benefits—and the benefits of your ex-spouse. These benefits depend on several factors, including the length of your marriage, your age, and your marital status down the road. First and foremost, Social Security benefits after a divorce depend on the length of the…
DIVORCE IS EMERGENCY SURGERY: TUMOR REMOVAL
THE FIRST CALL TO MAKE By Donald B. Cripe, Case Settlement Professional (Mediator) Picture this: You have just been told in a phone call from your doctor’s assistant that the pain you are experiencing is a growing, but benign, tumor that if not treated could threaten your life. The only effective treatment is surgical removal. You have decisions to make…
HOW TO “WIN” YOUR DIVORCE CASE EVERY TIME
The Practical Approach to Divorce Having participated in a vast number of family law (divorce) cases in many capacities for over 25 years, I have observed realities that rarely occur to the litigants (the parties to the divorce). Too often the anger and emotion of that terrible time in one’s life overwhelms rationality. When that happens both parties lose and…
What Do You Know About Your Marital Property Rights?!
Next to the emotional trauma of going through a divorce litigation, the court fights over marital property rights can be the most tantalizing experience for divorcing parties. Before dividing the parties’ properties, the courts must go through careful analysis and apply, albeit with varying levels of discretion, certain criteria defined by statute and case law. Simple property questions often have…
YOUR WORST NIGHTMARES: THE DOUBLE JEOPARDY OF DIVORCE AND TAXES!!
The Double Jeopardy of Divorce and Taxes A Divorce can be the most devastating event of one’s life. The Tax consequences of it, however, can make the experience far more excruciating! Here are some basic tax facts to consider when planning a Dissolution: California community property laws generally mandate a 50/50 division of assets and liabilities, including tax liability. When…