Couples who get divorced generally have a list of reasons behind their decision, of course -- and it used to be the rule that you had to present one or more of those reasons as "grounds" for your divorce to the court. Commonly accepted grounds for divorce included...
Month: June 2020
How your criminal record can affect your custody and visitation rights
A judge considers what's in a child's best interests when making decisions in child custody cases. The court may weigh various factors, including your son or daughter's safety when deciding what custodial agreement is right for them. One factor that may lead a judge...
What is part of the standard field sobriety test for an OWI?
Getting pulled over by the police for anything can lead to delays, frustrations and expenses. If the police officers suspect you of operating while intoxicated (OWI), you could face incarceration, larger fines and the loss of your license. For police to establish...
Can I travel with my child post-divorce?
There are only a few months left in the school year. Now is an ideal time for you and your ex to begin discussing summer vacation arrangements if you haven't done so already. When you share joint custody of your child with your co-parent, you have to take certain...
When can your child wind up in court for juvenile delinquency?
Adolescence and young adulthood are difficult experiences for many people. If your child is like most teens, they will probably make a few mistakes and try breaking a few rules. They could do something that puts them at risk physically or legally. Often, teenage...
Will you lose your license after an OWI arrest in Iowa?
Anyone in Iowa accused of operating while intoxicated (OWI) could face jail time, major fines and the loss of their driver's license. Unlike the financial penalties and incarceration you could face, the suspension of your license is an administrative penalty. The...
How do you know if your spouse is hiding assets in your divorce?
As you probably know by now, divorce can bring out a spouse’s worst behavior. When emotions take control over decision-making, people often begin behaving in ways that are unlike them. Hiding assets, for example, is one of the most common negative behaviors associated...
How will my life change after divorce?
They say that life is what you make it. However, at some points in life, everyone feels as though their life is completely out of their control and dictated by others through their actions. This can be the case if your spouse has recently filed for divorce. You may...
What should you do if you’re divorcing a narcissist?
Being married to a narcissist quickly becomes a lesson in selfishness. A person who has this mental health condition is unable to think about how their actions impact others. Instead, they think only about what they want, and they’re willing to do whatever it takes to...
Percentage of minors who use alcohol and marijuana
As a parent, you probably spend some time wondering if your teen is going to get involved in things like underage drinking or illegal drug use. You know well that peer pressure often plays a role, and you can’t always be there to make sure your child makes the...