Divorce disputes can take a dark turn and become life-threatening. A soon-to-be ex or a former spouse can place the child and the other parent in imminent danger. Kentucky law recognizes these unfortunate family circumstances by enforcing protective orders. These...
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Month: September 2023
A de facto custodian’s role in a custody case
Some people act more like the child’s parents than the actual parents do. They may be grandparents, stepparents, relatives or nonrelatives who care for the child like their own. Kentucky law considers any of them a possible “de facto custodian.” As the Latin phrase...
What does an equitable division of property mean in a divorce?
When a couple decides to file for divorce, one common concern is who will keep the assets you and your spouse own. Like most states, Kentucky follows an equitable division of marital property. Equitable does not necessarily mean equal. Instead, it aims for a fair and...
