Archive for 'Divorce' Category
Most of the time – unless spouses can agree to alternative arrangements without judicial intervention – assets acquired by either spouse during the marriage (that are not separate assets) must be divided when a couple divorces. This includes salaries, bonuses, retirement accounts, homes, businesses and cars. Separate property, like assets owned before the marriage, gifts […]
Property division is often one of the biggest challenges during Arizona divorce proceedings. Married couples may struggle to reach an amicable settlement when they divide their assets. The Arizona family courts employ a community property approach to asset division during divorce proceedings. Spouses typically need to treat almost everything they earned or acquired during the […]
If you’re trying to avoid a drunk driving arrest, it is important to know the legal limit. For most drivers, this is going to be 0.08% in terms of blood alcohol concentration. Some commercial drivers do have a lower limit, as do some underage drivers. But most people will be governed by this limit all […]
You will often hear parents who are considering divorce talk about how it is best to stay together for the children. They may even say that they would’ve gotten divorced long ago, but they wanted to put their children first. It is best for children to have two parents who love them and are involved […]
People are surprised when they hear of a couple divorcing after decades of marriage. But the truth is that gray divorces are on the rise. However, couples divorcing in their 50s and 60s face unique situations not shared by their younger counterparts. The financial implications Perhaps one of the biggest challenges facing an older couple […]
Many people don’t think they’ll ever be pulled over by the police. But, when it happens, it can be startling and confusing. What happens next after a driver is pulled over can be a mystery for many people. If you’re pulled over by the police, then you may expect the following to happen: Probing questions […]
Deciding to divorce means accepting an assortment of challenges. Some couples have children and will need to negotiate custody arrangements. Most couples share valuable property with each other and may also have shared financial obligations that will need to be addressed during the divorce process. In Arizona, the property division statute is a community property […]
Navigating a divorce or child custody case is an emotionally taxing journey. Many individuals turn to their online communities for support, advice or a place to vent. Because of this, it’s easy to share updates or feelings about ongoing legal proceedings. However, it’s imperative to approach social media with caution during these times. Your online […]
It’s up to a family court judge to determine how parental responsibilities will be divided in a divorce if parents cannot agree on the way forward Like with all other states, Arizona law emphasizes the children’s best interests during child custody proceedings. In other words, anything that concerns the child’s overall well-being and safety is […]
There are many things that can influence the likelihood of divorce. How old was the couple when they got married? Do they have children? Are they experiencing financial stress? Everyone’s situation is unique, and factors like these – and many more – can work together to determine how likely it is that the couple will […]
