What Happens When a Parent Has Sole Custody?

Not every parent is the best choice for custody when it comes to their child’s well-being. In some situations, a court can grant one parent sole custody. How does this occur and what happens after these court decisions are made? We’ll cover some of what custody entails and walk you through the process that results […]

Who Gets Custody in a Divorce?

Wondering who gets the kids in a divorce and how it is determined? As you might imagine, a lot plays into it. First, let’s talk about the different types of custody. Joint Physical Custody, Sole Physical Custody and Legal Custody These are the three main types of custody that come out of a divorce settlement. […]

Pet Custody Laws in California

You may think of your dog as your fur child, but California law would not agree. In regards to the law, they are really no different than the precious items or the home. But in more and more homes in California, splitting the pets can get pretty contentious. When you put all of your expenses […]

This New California Law That Changes Pet Custody Options

Getting a divorce is a difficult situation for everyone involved, especially if two partners have children who are in the middle of the divorce process. Many people also have pets that are considered a member of the family, but their circumstances can be drastically different in the event of a divorce. Traditionally, pets are viewed […]

What is a Child Custody Agreement?

Families that have everything planned out for them and are living the good life with their kids together under one roof feel that they may never need to learn about custody agreements and visitation schedules. But the issue is that these divorce is real and can happen to your family. One thing spouses always need […]

Child Support Guidelines in California

One of the most disputed issues in any divorce is child support. Usually, you find that the parent who is most likely winning the case, intends to limit the other parent’s time spent with the child proactively. And in most cases, you will also find that other ex-spouses attempt to underreport their original income to […]

How Does Age Play a Role in Child Custody Cases?

Parents dealing with child custody issues oftentimes wonder if the court takes age into consideration when deciding. Here is a break down of child custody rules by age. Age 0-2 When it comes to infants and toddlers in this age group, the separation time from both parents should be very small. This will help reduce […]

7 Tips to Get Your Family Through a Divorce

Often times divorce does not only affect the two spouses involved. Even if you did not intend for it, many times your family will be dragged into the discussions, consequences and decisions. Whether your kids are younger or older, divorce can still be hard on everyone included. Even the pets can be affected by divorce! […]