Divorce is a common reality many couples face in their first marriage. The current divorce rate for couples in their first marriage, according to recent studies, is 41%. The divorce rate for subsequent marriages, such as a second and third marriage, is even higher. There are many reasons why individuals who have already divorced are […]
You have likely heard the old statistic that 50% of American marriages end in divorce. That statistic comes from the 1980s and is a bit outdated. Since then, the divorce rate is dropping (with a few small inclines, here and there). While the number of divorces in the United States is dropping, it does not […]
When faced with a magnitude of debt, many Americans turn to bankruptcy to find financial relief. Bankruptcy can wipe out a significant portion of the debt, giving financial relief to those that require it. However, not all debts can be forgiven when filing for bankruptcy. Domestic support obligations such as child and spousal support, generally […]
The headache and stress that come with divorce can be overwhelming. The responsibility of filing taxes on top of those heavy feelings and emotions can almost be too much. Before you can file your taxes, you and your ex-spouse must determine your filing status. Learn more about filing taxes amidst a divorce below. Filing […]
Getting married is considered to be the ultimate sign of love and commitment by many. However, close to half of the marriages in the United States end in divorce. Because of this startling statistic, many individuals bring up the idea of a prenuptial agreement (also known as premarital agreements in Utah law). While the conversation […]
Expanding your family is a wonderfully exciting thing. Sometimes, however, that process is a bit different than you initially expected. There are hundreds of thousands of children in need of a loving home and eager prospective parents waiting. When you find yourself wanting to adopt a child, working with an adoption attorney can make all […]
It can be incredibly challenging to navigate a divorce, especially when children are involved. When you and your former spouse share children, there are many more emotions to deal with, and knowing how to move forward when it comes to parenting can be daunting. Being a successful parent is the primary goal, but divorce makes things trickier, and making mistakes along the way is close to inevitable.
