People are still talking about the The Golden Bachelor divorce, and there are mixed feelings about this short-lived romance. Was it a scam? Did they really fall in love? Did they even give their marriage a chance after only three months of “wedded bliss”? It’s time to dissect the circumstances of this golden divorce and … Is The Golden Bachelor Divorce Really a Divorce?
Some of the biggest stressors a person can experience in life include moving, starting a new job, the death of a loved one, and divorce. Splitting up with your spouse is a major financial and logistical concern, but it’s important to acknowledge the mental and emotional upheaval of divorce too. Recognize what you’re going through … Identifying 4 Types of Divorce Stress
While no one enters marriage thinking about how divorce can financially tank your future, it’s important to know what could happen if you end up splitting. Though it’s a fact that in many heterosexual marriages the man is often in charge of the couple’s finances, this choice is not ultimately what most negatively affects a … Divorce Inequality: Why Women Suffer Financially
There isn’t much to thank Covid for – fear, worry, stolen time. However, new statistics show that after the Covid-19 lockdowns, 2022 got downright lovey-dovey. It was, in fact, a year of plenty of marriages. Though some relationships deteriorated during the pandemic with n forced closeness and strain, it appears that other relationships thrived and, … Marriage Rates Are Up and Divorce Is Down: Thanks, Covid?
January is commonly referred to as “divorce month,” but many family law attorneys see divorce filings peak around the month of March. The calendar offers some clarity about why March is a decision-making month but ultimately every couple has their own reasons for filing for divorce. A Disappointing Valentine’s Day The holidays often make or … March Madness: When Divorce Rates Spike
Some couples want to do everything they can to minimize the difficulties of their Michigan divorce. They consider themselves amicable enough to go through the process while avoiding the need for excess court proceedings. In circumstances like this, mediation may be the answer. Or, in a typical divorce, arbitration might suit your needs. What Is … Understanding the Differences Between Divorce Mediation and Arbitration
Love and divorce can be a brutal pair. One comes first and the hope is that the second will never materialize. If a Michigan divorce does come your way, however, it’s important to know how this life change can affect you – not just emotionally and financially, but physically. There is only so much a … How Divorce Can Impact Your Heart and Health
Most couples in the middle of a divorce are not living together under the same roof. This means there are matters that need to be addressed temporarily until they are legally finalized in the divorce settlement, particularly where finances and children are concerned. Interim orders, also known as temporary orders, are arguments heard and decided … How Interim Orders Get People Through Their Divorce
The end of a marriage brings plenty of different feelings. You might expect to experience sadness, anger, disappointment, or happiness. But there are a few emotions that aren’t always anticipated and sometimes divorcing couples don’t know what to do with them when they arrive. They may not even realize what they’re experiencing because there is … Feelings That Indicate a Divorce Is on the Horizon
Most parents want to be better, to dole out the right discipline, be fun but not too fun, be a friend but still be a parent. It’s easy to think that you fail even when you try your best, especially if you don’t see your kids as often as you would like because of your … Parenting Time Resolutions for the New Year
If you’ve recently ended a marriage that lasted decades or more, you probably dated at a time when online dating wasn’t the norm. It may not have existed when you met your significant other – that honor could have been reserved for meet-cutes in bars, boardrooms, and bookstores. Even if you have online dated in … Dating After Divorce Is Hard – Have Dating Apps Made It Worse?
When you get a Michigan divorce and you and your ex share joint custody, that means negotiating parenting time on holidays. Typically, parents alternate having the kids for the holidays and spell out these annual details in their divorce settlement. Knowing the schedule and knowing you agreed to it definitely doesn’t make the reality any … Survive Your First Post-Divorce Thanksgiving Without the Kids