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The discovery that your spouse wants to keep the family pet can make the divorce process a lot worse. Dogs, cats, and even birds are often treasured like children. A spouse who feels they have a stronger bond with an animal may fight to take the dog (or other pet) in...
After trying repeatedly to reconcile your differences with your spouse, you both conclude that you cannot save your marriage. It seems the only thing you can agree on is getting a divorce--which is good because at least it’s a start. Before you are eligible to file...
Divorce represents the end of a specific dream that you had for your future, so it’s never an easy choice, but a lot of people stay married longer than they should because they’re afraid to make a break. This can be especially true if your spouse is inclined to make...
Stable finances are central to maintaining a marriage. However, couples often consider it a sensitive topic and opt not to discuss it until much later when issues are already piling up. A Harris Poll survey shows that money, whether having or saving enough of it, is a...
Divorce is a complicated matter. While your children may eventually learn about your divorce, it may take some time to understand why it is happening. As a parent, you may worry about how your children will react once they learn of your divorce. While the conversation...
Adopting a child is a joyous and life-changing event. Even if the process takes longer than expected or you face unforeseen challenges while working on the requirements, it will all be worth it if it ends up successfully. However, it is important to note that even...
In recent years, people have generally become more sensitive to using words and phrases that can be hurtful to others. That includes the language around adoption. The way it was discussed decades ago is nothing like it is now. Today, professionals who deal with...
The state of North Carolina provides avenues for unmarried fathers to protect their legal rights and ensure a relationship with their child. Understanding the steps that you should take to protect your rights is the first step and the sooner you take action, the...
Adoption is a two-way gift that brings fulfillment to both the adoptive parents and the adoptee. But before a successful adoption comes to fruition, prospective adoptive parents have to go through a multilevel procedure, which can sometimes be overwhelming, especially...
Many who divorce find love again. But before tying the knot with a new partner, divorced parents may wonder how the new marriage might affect child custody arrangements. Generally, the court will not modify a child custody order unless it would significantly affect...