Blog Posts in October, 2013

PROPERTY DIVISION TENSION COULD LESSEN WITH PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS

To some Washington residents, making preparations before a wedding in the event that a divorce could later take place may seem like a bad omen. However, having legal documents already drawn up concerning property division and other possible future proceedings could save much time and stress if the situation does present itself. As divorce has become a fairly common event and as the economy ...

COULD WASHINGTON COUPLES CATCH THE DIVORCE BUG?

When a couple decides to separate, it can be for any number of reasons. It has come into question through a recent study, however, whether divorce could be considered "contagious," as couples who have divorced friends are statistically more likely to become divorced themselves. If these statistics are considered to hold significant weight, Washington couples could find themselves reconsidering ...

DOES THE GOVT. SHUTDOWN AFFECT CHILD SUPPORT IN WASHINGTON?

Being a single parent in Washington can be difficult in terms of financially providing for children and a household. Many single parents rely on the child support payments of the noncustodial parent to help with monthly expenses and necessities for the children. Due to the recent government shutdown, many parents' jobs and incomes may have been further affected due to the furlough of certain ...

COUNTY IN WASHINGTON ELIMINATES CHILD CUSTODY COURT INVESTIGATORS

Children are often thought to be the most important aspect of a parent's life. When parents divorce and must go through child custody hearings, they want to ensure that the situation is being considered in the best interests of the children involved. Parents may often rely heavily on court systems to make the best decision regarding custody, and it is important for those making the decision to ...

DIVORCE COSTS MAY BE A TOP CONCERN FOR WASHINGTON RESIDENTS

It is no secret that financial burdens can cause a great strain on a marriage. Money problems are a significant contributor that can lead to couples seeking divorce. As financial obligations are typically on the forefront of many Washington residents' minds, they may wonder what the financial situation will be like should they choose to file for divorce. In fact, a recent study found that over ...