Divorce can be painful. In addition to dealing with heartbreak, you have to stay strong to complete the process, be it signing documents or fighting for child custody. Research shows that divorce causes physical and mental effects, and some can be long-term....
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3 tips for telling your kids that you’re getting divorced
Talking about divorce with your children is never easy. However, at some point, it must happen if you and your spouse have decided that's the route you're going to take. Your kids deserve to know what is happening, and the details of the situation depend on their age....
Divorcing parents shouldn’t fall into these 5 traps
Going through a divorce when you have children adds an extra layer of challenges because you and your ex can’t just walk away from each other and never speak again. Instead, you’re going to have to figure out how to work as a parenting team for the children. There are...
Preparing for a Kentucky divorce
Knowing when to file for a divorce can be a difficult decision to make. A divorce is the absolute dissolution of a marriage that impacts your emotions, custody arrangements, and even your finances. While nobody can pinpoint when you’re emotionally ready to start...
3 strategies for handling the family business in a divorce
If you run a business with your spouse, you may be able to work together or at least maintain control over your schedule as you strive to support the family. Unfortunately, a family-run business can lead to a lot of conflict if you start thinking about divorce. You...
Anxiety: An unexpected side effect of getting divorced
As you head into your divorce, you might expect to experience a range of confusing emotions. You probably even imagine you’ll feel sad and depressed. These emotions and many others are common side effects of divorce. Another effect that most fail to anticipate is...
Why you may need a QDRO in your upcoming Kentucky divorce
Equitable distribution is the law of the land in a Kentucky divorce. Couples who don't settle their own property division matters and who go to court will have to provide a judge with information about their property and their marriage. The judge will then try to...
What can you do if your spouse hid assets during divorce?
It can be extremely upsetting to find out that your spouse hid assets during your divorce, especially if you settled for less than you should have received. Fortunately, it is possible to go back to court if you find out where those assets were hidden and that your...
Is my marriage headed for a divorce?
You and your spouse met in elementary school. You grew up together, sharing special milestones such as your prom and graduation. The two of you got married when you were fresh out of high school, and soon, you started a family, You thought you’d be together forever,...
3 questions to ask yourself before filing a gray divorce
More people aged 50 and over are finding themselves seeking divorce. It’s not uncommon to find experts looking into this enigma in the last several decades. Today's rapidly changing social norms have eased more people into taking that step forward and leaving their...