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The many faces of spousal abuse
One of the biggest myths about spousal abuse in San Diego is that it only takes place among poor and uneducated populations. The truth is this form of domestic violence crosses class, income and education lines. Furthermore, there are various kinds of spousal abuse an...
What is a QDRO in a California divorce?
If you are getting a divorce in California and want to get your fair share of marital assets, you should ensure your right to any relevant retirement benefits. In some cases, you may want to use a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. A QDRO is a court order that splits...
Do business assets count as community property during divorce?
Filing for divorce in California may involve a complex division of assets, especially if you are an entrepreneur or business owner. California is a community property state, which means that the state considers all the assets you and your spouse acquired during your...
How to execute a prenuptial agreement properly
California couples who entered into a marriage with a number of assets probably signed a prenuptial agreement to protect their wealth. However, if they do not execute it properly, the judge may find the contract to be invalid which can be a big wake up call for some....
How women can avoid high asset divorce errors
Women in San Diego who are financially secure often choose to stay home and raise their children. Their husbands have careers and have maximized both their immediate and long-term assets. The family lives in a beautiful home in a good neighborhood. The children are...
What are boundaries, and how do you set them?
Healthy relationships in California require consistent, firm and enforceable boundaries between you and others. This applies to relationships among friends, family members and particularly between romantic partners. Prolonged, persistent violation of your boundaries...
How does the state help enforce child support in CA?
Child support is necessary to help you provide your child with the most basic necessities and to ensure he or she enjoys the same standard of living you and your spouse provided prior to your divorce. For these reasons and countless others, the state of California...
What are some factors I should keep in mind about child custody?
No one article can include everything you need to know about custody and visitation rights in California. This is because of the many factors that can affect child custody, such as the death of a parent, loss of parental rights, spousal abuse, child abuse or divorce....
Can I withhold visitation for unpaid child support?
San Diego courts make all family law decisions with the best interest of the child in mind. This is especially true when it comes to child support and visitation. While it can be frustrating when the non-custodial parent fails to make child support payments, parents...
How a restraining order against your spouse can help during a divorce
Divorcing your spouse is always a stressful thought, but the fear is compounded if any abuse or the threat of abuse is a factor. If you fear for your safety during the end of your marriage, you may be looking into filing a restraining order. A protective order is a...
