Should you combine your finances, or separate them? Different strategies work for different couples. However, it’s always a good idea to be completely informed before making a decision. So here are five myths about combined and separate finances. “Separate Finances Will Protect You in a Divorce.” Separate finances will not…
It’s the mental disorder most people have heard of, but they don’t totally get it. It’s Not What You Think A lot of people think that having OCD means that you like to wash your hands a lot, clean your house often, and keep things in order. While some people…
Can You Get Alimony if You Are Not Married? With a rise in co-habitation, it’s a question a lot of people are asking. Can a Girlfriend Ask for Alimony? It’s called “palimony,” and, yes, it’s a real thing. However, it’s also really unusual. Not all states allow a person who…
Let’s say you cheated: can your wife sue you for cheating? Well, like everything in the legal world, the answer is that it’s complicated. If you’re wondering, “ Can your wife sue you for cheating ?” don’t stop reading! We may have some answers. Can a Wife Sue Her Husband…
Even if it’s legal, it may not be a good idea. Is It Illegal to Date before Divorce Is Final? The short answer is maybe. It really depends on where you’re located. There are still some states where adultery is illegal. However, it should be noted that, just because adultery…
He’s taking you to Cheesecake Factory? Red flag! She wears make-up? Red flag! If you’ve had the misfortune of being on any social media platform ever, you’ve probably seen somebody’s laundry list of red flags. Heck, you might even have developed your own laundry list of red flags. However, in…
In short, adult protective services exists to protect vulnerable adults. In most cases, a family law attorney can help with conservatorships are guardianships if you have concerns about whether or not a family member is getting the care they deserve. However, there may be some cases where you know someone…
If you’re getting a divorce, and you’ve decided to go to therapy during the divorce process, it’s important that you’re doing what you can to get the most out of therapy. If you’re not in therapy, and you’re getting divorced or newly divorced, we highly encourage you to consider seeking…
If your spouse is a narcissist, you may need to set boundaries, even if you’re already going through the divorce process. “That’s Your Decision” People who are suffering from narcissistic personality disorder love giving ultimatums: “If you do this, I’m leaving you,” “If you do that, I’m not coming over,”…
Trust is the foundation of a good marriage—but what if you can no longer trust your spouse? Or, what if you’ve been emotionally traumatized in the past by a significant other? In these cases, it’s important for both parties to work through the broken trust together if they want to…