A Modern Family Actress Has Separated From Her Husband: What Does This Mean?
Julie Bowen, who is currently best known for her role as Claire Dunphy on the hit sitcom Modern Family, is having some modern family troubles of her own. It was recently reported that Bowen and her husband, who have been married for 13 years have legally separated. Legal separation is generally the first step spouses will take when their marriage begins to fail. It often initiates the divorce process and…
Read MoreHow Will the GOP Tax Law Affect Alimony Payments in Los Angeles?
When couples get divorced in Los Angeles, it is not uncommon for the spouse who earns less money to ask for alimony. Alimony, which is often referred to as spousal support, is a form of financial assistance that is paid by one spouse to another. Many times, spouses do not have equal earning capacities. In some cases, one spouse may not even have an income. When the couple gets divorced,…
Read MoreFuller House Actress Required to Pay Child Support
Actress Jodie Sweetin, best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on Full House and Fuller House, was recently ordered to pay $2,800 a month in child support to her ex-husband. The order was handed down after Sweetin’s husband alleged that she brought in more than $700,000 in income each year. Sweetin filed an Income and Expense Declaration form with the court to dispute this allegation. Her records indicate that…
Read MoreThree Real Reasons Couples Get Divorced
Why do once-happily married couples end up getting divorced? Divorce can be a time-consuming, expensive, and stressful process, so couples do not make the decision to split lightly. This means that the reasons for a divorce are generally substantial and significantly affect the happiness, health, and well-being of one or both spouses. As experienced divorce attorneys, we have seen couples get divorced for a variety of reasons. However, some reasons…
Read MoreGeorgina Chapman Still Silent About Future Divorce From Harvey Weinstein
It has been more than two months since accusations of sexual assault and harassment against Harvey Weinstein began to surface. Since the initial accuser stepped forward, nearly 100 women, including some of the most famous actresses in the country, have accused the Hollywood producer of some kind of sexual misconduct. Some of these allegations involve incidents of minor harassment, while others paint a darker picture involving forcible rape. Georgina Chapman,…
Read MoreIs a Nesting Agreement Right For You?
Who gets custody of the kids? Will it be shared equally, or will one parent have sole custody? Where will the children live after a divorce? When will the non-custodial parent be allowed to have visitation? These are all incredibly important decisions that must be decided before a divorce can be finalized. As Grey’s Anatomy star Kevin McKidd and his soon-to-be ex-wife navigated their way through the divorce process these…
Read MoreRequesting a Psychological Evaluation in Your Child Custody Matter
Today, 1 in 5 adults is affected by a mental health condition. Many times, the effects of these mental health issues can be minimized with medication, therapy, and self-care. There are times, however, when a mental health or psychological issue can pose a threat to the safety and well-being of others. If you are divorced or getting divorced, and believe that your child’s other parent is not mentally fit to…
Read MoreRequesting a Drug Test in Your Child Custody Case
Rampant alcohol and drug use can pose a serious threat to the safety of your family. It is not uncommon for parents, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, to abuse or neglect their children. When you are married, you have some control over a potentially dangerous situation. When you get divorced, however, you may have limited control over the safety of your children if both spouses are awarded custody….
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