To most people, January is usually the month where we start to work on our New Year's resolutions, kicking bad habits and reinventing ourselves. But, over the last few years, it has been gaining popularity as the divorce month in California. Why is this the case?...
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Negotiating a fair child support payment
Residents of Bakersfield and other areas of California might want to learn more about what is considered fair when divorce happens and determination of child support is an issue. You want the agreement to be fair to both you and your spouse. According to...
Can you receive your former spouse’s Social Security benefits?
If you're filing for divorce in California, you might be surprised to learn that you could potentially qualify for a portion of your spouse's Social Security retirement benefits. However, you'll have to meet a set of qualifications once you reach retirement age. How...
4 things that can prevent divorcing parents from moving on
When you and your spouse got divorced, you probably said that you wanted to move on. Maybe you smiled and said it to your parents or maybe you shook your head and said it over a drink with your friends. You knew it was crucial for you to move forward and that's what...
Divorce: Is it the answer?
Do you want a divorce, but you're not sure if it's the right decision? Does your partner want a divorce, leaving you feeling powerless? Or, do you only want a divorce because your marriage isn't working? According to Bruce Derman, licensed clinical psychologist, and...