Category Archives: Divorce
Why Men Have A Harder Time Recuperating From Divorce
Everyone knows that adapting to life after divorce can be difficult, but you may not realize that, according to research, adjustment is much more difficult for men than it is for women. The fact is, divorced men have more heart issues, battle with substance abuse, and die at younger ages than do divorced women…. Read More »
Don’t Make These Money Mistakes During And After Divorce
The costs associated with divorce can be overwhelming. While the median cost in the country is around $7,000 to cover attorney and court costs, it doesn’t take much for that number to balloon to something much less palatable. Sometimes people make additional rash mistakes during and after divorce that compound the financial stress of… Read More »
When Is It Time To Give Up On Your Marriage?
Anyone who’s married can tell you: it’s not always easy. Every marriage has ups and downs, and the downs can be pretty rough. Many couples survive these lows, confident that it’s just a temporary hitch in the road. But when is it just fanciful thinking to believe that things are going to improve? Signs… Read More »
Don’t Make Divorce Harder Than It Has To Be
There is nothing easy about divorce. That being said, the fact of the matter is that for some couples, divorce is exponentially more difficult than for others. Why is that, and what can you do to improve the odds for your own divorce? 1- Don’t let your emotions get the best of you: You… Read More »
The Holiday Divorce Trend
In January, the grim business of filing for divorce becomes a preoccupation for many. Shocking statistics tell the story: divorce rates rise as much as 30 percent after the holidays. One attorney reports that there are plenty of questions about what he calls New Year’s resolution divorce every January. Why the spike at the… Read More »
Surviving Those Tough Divorce Negotiations
Divorce is difficult. Dividing up everything—from the property to the time with the kids—is absolutely one of the hardest things you will ever have to do. To achieve the best possible outcomes, then, you’re going to have to manage expectations and your own behavior. Investigate Options Think about whether you would like to go… Read More »
When Tragedy Leads To Divorce
Couples split up for myriad reasons: infidelity, growing apart, incompatibility between the sheets—the motivations to go in different directions are endless. In some cases, both partners take responsibility for the divorce, while in others, there’s one clear and undisputed “bad guy.” The hardest divorces, it seems, involve couples who part ways under duress. Unfortunately,… Read More »
When Divorce Sneaks Up On You
Happily married…how many people can claim that? Sure, your relationship isn’t dripping with excitement or spontaneity these days, but you’re comfortable. You complement one another, and you’ve managed to get a bead on the American dream. Life is good—a couple of kids, a two-bedroom home with a little yard for the dog, and a… Read More »
Missouri Divorce Basics
If you’re headed for a divorce, you are likely unsure about what the future holds. Understanding the laws here in Missouri can help you prepare for the divorce itself, as well as life after divorce. Here are some basic things you need to know. Equitable Distribution Obviously, marital property and debt is going to… Read More »
The Correlation Between Job Choice And Divorce
Studies have been done taking a look at everything imaginable. When it comes to divorce statistics, there are countless studies looking at the various factors that impact marital satisfaction, and, ultimately, divorce rates. Research has been done examining the impact of age, income, and education on the potential for divorce. It has scrutinized the… Read More »
