Why is the divorce rate so high in the United States?
Why is the divorce rate so high in the United States? Until now, I would answer this question by stating that some of the main reasons for the high divorce…
What would happen if there were no alimony or splitting assets in divorce without kids?
That is an interesting question. Before I answer it, know this: anyone who is motivated to marry on a “what’s in it for me?” basis and who stays married motivated…
Financial infidelity plagues many households, led by millennials
Guest post: https://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/financial-infidelity/ Financial infidelity plagues many households, led by millennials By Ted Rossman Ted Rossman's Twitter profile Mar. 19, 2021 / 3 min read At Bankrate we strive to help you make…
Do prenuptial agreements make a wedding/marriage healthier?
Do prenuptial agreements make a wedding/marriage healthier? Make? In all cases? No. Can prenuptial agreements make a wedding and marriage healthier? It is conceivable that some people might find planning…
Does having the judge interview the children traumatize the children?
Does having the judge interview the children traumatize the children? This post is the second in series of 15 posts on the subject of custody evaluations and the appointment…
Would you tell someone that his/her spouse is cheating?
Would you tell someone that his/her spouse is cheating? First, I need to make clear that my answer is in my capacity as just a member of the public. If…
What advice would you give me before divorce, if I’m not in the wrong?
What advice would you give someone before a divorce, if it’s known it may happen and you’re not in the wrong? This is a very important question that too few…
Home Heartbreak: People Divulge the Home Details of Their Divorce
Home Heartbreak: People Divulge the Home Details of Their Divorce (from Porch.com https://porch.com/resource/home-heartbreak) Life is full of transitions. We all remember moving out of our childhood home. For many of…
Would a child deal better with constantly fighting or divorced parents?
"Do you think a child would deal better with constantly fighting parents or divorced parents?" I have been asked to answer this question, but as a divorce lawyer (not someone…
Who files for divorce more? Men or Women? Why?
Who files for divorce more? Men or Women? Why? Women file more In the United State of America, although the percentages vary depending on the study, the research is unanimous in…
Why is it so common for parents to become outright enemies after divorce?
Why is it so common for parents to become outright enemies after a divorce? I have represented people in divorce who were pure as the driven snow, innocent as lambs,…
Will there be more divorces or more babies after the coronavirus is over?
Will there be more divorces or more babies after the coronavirus is over? Both. Why more babies will be born than normal. Whenever two people of the opposite sex are…
Should I be nice to my spouse during a divorce?
That depends on what you mean by “nice”. Do you mean “with kindness”? Not necessarily kindness, but certainly decency. You are morally obligated to treat your spouse with decency, but…
If your parents are divorced, what are the chances you will be?
Much, much higher than if your parents had not divorced. See Psychology Today February 5, 2019: “Research shows that children of divorce are more likely to experience a divorce themselves. The statistics…
Can you divorce your spouse even if your spouse does want a divorce?
Yes. This is what is known as “no fault divorce”. Every state in the U.S. has no fault divorce laws. Many people believe that “no fault” divorce means that one…
What are the most common reasons for divorce in 2019?
‘Same as they were in 2018 and for the last 40+ years or so, ever since the first no-fault divorce law was passed. Utah Family Law, LC | divorceutah.com |…
Does anyone secretly want a divorce?
Of course. Tens of thousands. Many of such people do not go through with divorce for various reasons. Some include: Fear of retaliation (whether in the form of physical, emotional,…
What happens if marriage is abolished, since there are too many divorce rates and cheating affairs?
If that happens, then we will then have taken another step—and a big one—on the road to hell. Although the old joke, “the leading cause of divorce is marriage” may…
What are some of the major causes behind a divorce?
Lack of commitment/incompatibility. http://www.divorce.usu.edu/files... Survey: Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) professionals Reveal the Leading Causes of Divorce “Marriage is a counter-cultural act in a throwaway society.” —Dr. William H. Doherty,…
Is financial turmoil the cause of divorce?
Probably not. While many divorces arise over money troubles (too little money, which places an unbearable strain on the marriage), money can’t be the primary cause of divorce. Divorce is too often…