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• Divorce: Discovery, A Weapon In Your Preparation Arsenal
  You can make your spouse answer questions in divorce through the "discovery" process.
  Published 24Jul2010, viewed 314 times

• The Facebook Account Your Divorce Judge Sees May Be Your Own
  Take care not to post something that your divorce judge may find offensive. After all, your spouse may enjoy showing it off for you.
  Published 21Jul2010, viewed 249 times

• Divorce: The Step Parent You Hate Could Be An Important Part Of Your Child's Life
  Children should be encouraged to be friendly with all of the people in their lives, including step parents and significant others. If they treat others with courtesy and respect, they can expect the same treatment in turn.
  Published 16Jul2010, viewed 629 times

• Is Divorce Too Easy To Get?
  Nowadays, divorce isn't hard to get in most places. Is this a good thing?
  Published 12Jul2010, viewed 670 times

• Divorce Is Hard On Extended Families, Too
  Grandparents, aunts and uncles also suffer when parents fight over their kids. It is bad for the whole family.
  Published 09Jul2010, viewed 896 times

• Child Custody: Make Sure You Do Your Homework
  that your child should be in your custody, you should be able to show that you know a lot about him. Here are 5 sources of information you can tap.If you want to prove
  Published 08Jul2010, viewed 196 times

• Yours, Mine and The Exs: 5 Tips To Keep The Peace
  Blended families can have a lot of stress. These tips should help calm things down.
  Published 05Jul2010, viewed 256 times

• Help Your Attorney: Help Yourself
  If you know something about your case your lawyer doesn't know, she could find out about it at a bad time, like in open court. It is always better to make sure you give your attorney all the information and documents you have.
  Published 26Jun2010, viewed 142 times

• Adultery: Should It Be Just A Click Away?
  Will a web site that offers married people a place to start an affair make it less likely that couples will work on their marriages?
  Published 19Jun2010, viewed 253 times

• Do You Really Think He Can Read Your Mind
  Your spouse may know you better than anyone, but he still can't read your mind.
  Published 11Jun2010, viewed 242 times

• 5 Ways You Can Help Your Divorce Lawyer Prepare For Court
  If you are familiar with your own case, you will be able to help your lawyer protect your interests in your divorce.
  Published 10Jun2010, viewed 270 times

• Divorce Court: 5 Tips To Give You A Leg Up
  Dressing for the judge may seem unimportant, but making a good impresssion may help you win your case.
  Published 03Jun2010, viewed 150 times

• Don't Let Your Blues Defeat You: 3 Tips To Win The Fight
  Don't feel lonely. You can do hings to help yourself out of the rut.
  Published 30Jun2010, viewed 315 times

• Divorce: You May Be Able To Do It Yourself
  With a little luck and negotiation, you and your spouse may be able to do your own divorce. Here are some things you should consider before you decide.
  Published 25May2010, viewed 487 times

• Get Rid Of Your Jealousy And Take Control Of Your Life
  Jealousy may hurt your lover's feelings, but it is ruining your life.
  Published 25May2010, viewed 169 times

• Tell The Truth, The Whole Truth, And Nothing But The Truth? Maybe Not
  Telling the truth is usually a good thing. However, you don't have to spill your guts to your partner every time something comes up.
  Published 18May2010, viewed 431 times

• Starting Over: Learn From Your Past, But Forgive Your Mistakes
  Your actions may have injured the relationship, but guilt and depression won't help you move on. The best help is to learn from your mistakes.
  Published 17May2010, viewed 466 times

• Start Over, But Do It Slowly
  Starting over too quickly could land you in the same miserable situation you're trying to escape. For your own sake, take your time.
  Published 11May2010, viewed 197 times

• Your Honor, Or Should I Say Statehood?
  Not that our officials get too full of themselves or anything ---
  Published 30Apr2010, viewed 135 times

• Divorce: Believe It Or Not, You Can Begin Again
  IIt is hard to accept when a spouse has abandoned your marriage. These tips might help you recover from the pain.
  Published 26Apr2010, viewed 129 times

• Child Custody: Teaching Your Child To Love His Other Parent
  Children of divorce should be encouraged to love and have a good relationship with both parents, even if the couple hate each other's guts.
  Published 26Apr2010, viewed 350 times

• Divorce: Take Care Of Yourself So You Can Help Your Kids
  In addition to your own stress in a divorce, you have to cope with your kids. Don't forget to keep yourself healthy for the whole family.
  Published 21Apr2010, viewed 187 times

• Child Custody: Try To Keep Strangers Out Of The Decision
  Custody evaluators, CASAs and guardians ad litem are only human. Their prejudices and lack f training could effect your child's placement.
  Published 18Apr2010, viewed 255 times

• Divorce: 5 Tips If You Are Called As A Witness
  If you are called on to testify for a friend or relative in their divorce case, these tips should help you stay out of trouble.
  Published 13Apr2010, viewed 339 times

• Divorce: Remember, Your Kids Are Watching How You Act
  Kids learn their attitudes from their paents. If Mom or Dad is bitter about a divorce, their attitudes can gve their kids the wrong message about the other parent, and about life.
  Published 05Apr2010, viewed 193 times

• Child Custody: When Should I Ask for a Change?
  If you go back to court for custody, make sure you have a good case. Otherwise, you could end up spending a lot of time and money and get nothing but disappointment for your efforts.
  Published 02Apr2010, viewed 211 times

• Divorce: If You Die, Where Will Your Kids Live?
  People should consider that the child they are fighting over could well end up with the non-custodial parent if the custodial parent dies. The kids will be better off if they already have agood relationship with the surviver.
  Published 29Mar2010, viewed 234 times

• Child Custody: How Can I Prove I'm The Best Parent?
  Judges may haveto choose where your children live. There are some things you can do to understand what the court is most likely to consider.
  Published 26Mar2010, viewed 457 times

• Divorce: How Long Does A Judge Have To Decide?
  The words that most litigants dread are "the court will take this case under advisement". Many want to know, "how long will that take?" If it takes too long, they ask, "now what?"
  Published 09Mar2010, viewed 405 times

• Child Custody: Is Hiring A Guardian Ad Litem A Good Idea?
  It is easy to agree to the appointment of a guardian ad litem. An objective person can discover the facts that will help you successfully present your child custody case. However, a lazy judge or guardian can make mistakes that can ruin a child's life.
  Published 05May2010, viewed 419 times

• Child Safety They Call Me Baby Speed Bump
  According to our local welfare department and my own research on the subject, it is perfectly legal for small children to be transported on the back of motorcycles. I argue that it shouldn't be so in this article.
  Published 01Mar2010, viewed 216 times

• Divorce: Should Kids Be Left Out Of The Discussion?
  Kids may not feel like they did anything to cause a their parents to divorce. They can feel helpless and overwhelmed if they can't talk about their feelings.
  Published 24Feb2010, viewed 205 times

• Snakes, Spiders, Judges And Other Things That Bite
  Like any group of humans, judges have different personalities. Judgipoo has the personality of a teased rattlesnake, but he does make good copy.
  Published 19Feb2010, viewed 430 times

• Divorce: Reasons To Stay Together A Little Longer
  When couples want out of a marriage, their first instinct is to leave their spouses as soon as possible. However, making plans to end the marriage amicably can save money and stress.
  Published 15Feb2010, viewed 414 times

• 3 Tips That May Help Your Marriage
  It is too common for married people to forget the great part of being a couple. Instead, they end up focusing on the hard things, and lose themselves in life's challenges instead of each other. It doesn't have to be that way.
  Published 12Feb2010, viewed 205 times

• Divorce: Give Your Kids Time To Accept Your Decision
  A divorce may be what you have to do, but your kids don't see it the same way. Give them time to understand what is about to happen to their family.
  Published 09Feb2010, viewed 225 times

• Revenge Isn't That Sweet
  When you find yourself confronted with an unexpected divorce, get mad, but don't get even. Revenge just isn't that sweet.
  Published 05Feb2010, viewed 216 times

• Your Divorce Petition
  Every divorce starts with a petition. This article tells you why, and what information you will need.
  Published 27Jan2010, viewed 538 times

• Can I Do My Own Divorce?
  You may be able to save attorney's fees if you handle your own divorce. However, you should understand what an attorney could do for you if you and your spouse don't agree on something important.
  Published 27Jan2010, viewed 256 times

• Please Mr. Government Man, Just Answer My Question!
  Getting a straight answer from a public official can be like pulling teeth. If there is one thing wrong with government, and believe me there isn't only one, it is the inability of us commoners to get accurate information.
  Published 16Jan2010, viewed 210 times

• Tiger Woods, Infidelity Poster Boy?
  So, Tiger, we kno what your girlfriends think, but what about your mother?
  Published 26Dec2009, viewed 170 times

• Divorce: 7 Ways To Go For The Throat If You Have To
  It is great if you and your spouse can settle your divorce amicably, but you'd better be prepared if things don't go smoothly.
  Published 10Jan2010, viewed 391 times

• For Better Or Worse, Your Kids Need Both Of You
  If you and your ex don't raise your kids, the courts will do it for you, and we'll all wish they hadn't.
  Published 04Jan2010, viewed 237 times

• Divorce: Contempt Of Court And How To Avoid It
  Being on the wrong end of a contempt order can be scary and expensive.
  Published 30Dec2009, viewed 200 times

• 5 Ways To Endear Yourself To Your Divorce Judge
  Getting a fair divorce settlement may not depend on the judge's mood, but you would do well to keep his / her feelings in mind when you are in his / her courtroom.
  Published 26Dec2009, viewed 191 times

• Contempt Of Court: A State Of Mind Or A Night In Jail?
  A courtroom should always reflect the dignity of a judge's calling. However, being held in contempt is sometimes worth the risk.
  Published 24Dec2009, viewed 223 times

• This Date Would Be Fun If I Knew What To Say
  When you're on a date, it can be hard to start the conversation. Relax, there are easy ways to get started.
  Published 19Dec2009, viewed 217 times

• Dating For The Shy And Nervous
  We aren't all bouncy out going guy magnets. Some of us ladies need to start slow, a nd not pick up speed until we feel mor comfortable.
  Published 09Dec2009, viewed 228 times

• Keep Your Temper And Your Relationship
  Has your spouse said just the wrong thing? Has your boss put that last straw on the camel's back? Give yourself a chance to calm down before you react.
  Published 06Dec2009, viewed 174 times

• Do Unto Your Family As You Do Unto Your Friends
  It's not what you say to your family members as much as how you say it.
  Published 02Dec2009, viewed 222 times

• Save The World! Get Rid Of Lawyers?
  Lawyers and government are necessary evils, but are they ever wasteful.
  Published 21Nov2009, viewed 202 times

• Visitation: Should Your Kids Have A Choice
  Whether or not your kids want to see their other parent, they will probably have to go for visitation.
  Published 18Nov2009, viewed 250 times

• 3 communication Ideas For You And Your Partner
  Everyone in a relationship knows they should communicate, but most of us don't know how.
  Published 14Nov2009, viewed 224 times

• Did He / She Dump You Or Give You Your Freedom?
  Do you think you want your ex back? Ask yourself why before you try.
  Published 14Nov2009, viewed 286 times

• Divorce: Appealing The Decree, Can It Be Done?
  Appeals cost a lot and rarely get results. Still, sometimes they are necessary.
  Published 20Jul2009, viewed 272 times

• Mama's Baby, Papa's Probably
  If you wonder who the daddy is, you should tell your attorney sometime before the final hearing.
  Published 05Nov2009, viewed 234 times

• Miss Thing Vs. Judgipoo
  Some people think that contempt of court is just a feeling. Judges, however don't share that view, and if you want to know what I mean, just say something rude to the judge. Pack your suitcase if you do, because you'll be spending the night at the Gray Bar Hotel.
  Published 05Nov2009, viewed 205 times

• 1 Toe Down And 9 To Go
  Even the most dedicated lawyer has those, shall we call them "foot in the mouth" moments?
  Published 01Nov2009, viewed 237 times

• Recovering From Infidelity, Moving On From The Pain And Humiliation
  Recovering from the pain and humiliation of an affair is hard, but it can be done. Here are a few tips.
  Published 27Oct2009, viewed 245 times

• Can Cheaters' Marriages Be Saved?
  It is possible to make up after an affair, but it is very difficult.
  Published 25Oct2009, viewed 233 times

• Is Your Spouse Cheating? 7 Reasons To Ask
  Do you wonder if your guy / gal is being unfaithful? Here's a few things that may help you decide.
  Published 21Oct2009, viewed 264 times

• Affairs Hurt Everyone Involved
  The affair hurts the partner, the "other" and the sneak whostarted it all.
  Published 21Oct2009, viewed 265 times

• Hey, Can We Talk? Some Tips For The First Date
  So, you finally have a date with the him / her of your dreams. What the heck should you talk about?
  Published 17Oct2009, viewed 316 times

• Annulment: Is This Marriage Valid?
  A marriage can be void, which means it is not recognized by the state, or it can be voidable, which means the state doesn't recognize it if a member of the couple doesn't want it to.
  Published 23Sep2009, viewed 259 times

• Marriage Counseling: Will It Save Our Marriage?
  Marriage counseling can help, but both parties have to want to work on the marriage.
  Published 23Sep2009, viewed 319 times

• 50 Years And No Longer Holding II
  I'll be richer, you be poorer.
  Published 22Oct2009, viewed 176 times

• 50 Years And No Longer Holding III
  50 years together and you forgot you were married before?
  Published 22Sep2009, viewed 243 times

• 50 Years And No Longer Holding 1
  Some marriages are for better or worse. It's just that in some cases, the worse gets too bad.
  Published 22Sep2009, viewed 235 times

• Child Custody: Things The Judge Will Consider
  Each state decides what factors the court should consider regarding child custody. Here are a cople things the court is likely to think about.
  Published 19Sep2009, viewed 407 times

• Paternity Testing: A Brief History
  Establishing paternity is much easier today than it was when I started my practice. The baby can be tested at birth, and no needles are involved.
  Published 18Sep2009, viewed 267 times

• Paternity: Once It's Established, What Are Dad's Rights?
  When a court finds that a man is the father of a child in a paternity proceeding, he receives his parental rights.
  Published 17Sep2009, viewed 289 times

• It's Too Early To Be Pompous
  I keep trying to convince myself that most of us lawyers are noble professionals who are just doing our best for our clients. This particular colleague always makes me reconsider my views on the subject.
  Published 20Aug2009, viewed 227 times

• Divorce Hurts, But Life Isn't Over
  After divorce, you feel like your heart has been dragged over the coals. It seems like life will never get back to an even keel. It will, but it does take time.
  Published 20Aug2009, viewed 233 times

• Counsel, Did You Say Meth or Math Lab?
  Q: What do you call a lawyer with an IQ of 50? A: Your Honor.
  Published 20Aug2009, viewed 208 times

• Thou Shalt Not Commit What? III
  Whether you are trying to save your marriage, or keep it from going bad, this tips should help.
  Published 20Aug2009, viewed 215 times

• Thou Shalt Not What? I
  Before you decide to cheat, make sure you know what you're doing and why you're doing it.
  Published 19Aug2009, viewed 186 times

• Thou Shalt Not What? II
  No matter how carefully you cheat, your spouse is bound to find out. It could be anyone who spills the beans, including your new lover.
  Published 19Aug2009, viewed 225 times

• The Wisdom Of A Judicial Couch Potato
  Maybe this judge wasn't the laziest person in the world, but he was darn close.
  Published 19Aug2009, viewed 203 times

• Appeals: Are They Worth The Expense And Hassel?
  Appeals are the next step after the final hearing. Before you consider one, read this.
  Published 19Aug2009, viewed 233 times

• The Divorce Decree: Your judge's Final Word
  The decree is the document that shows what the judge thought of the evidence.
  Published 19Jul2009, viewed 279 times

• The Summons: Calls Your Spouse To Court
  The summons alerts your spouse thatyou are filing for divorce. It also tells the court's staff how to deliver your divorce papers t him / her.
  Published 18Jul2009, viewed 404 times

• Domestic Violence: Could You Be An Abuse Victim?
  Sticks and stones can break your bones, and names can harm you, too.
  Published 17Jul2009, viewed 196 times

• The Final Hearing: What To Expect
  Here is what to expect when you go to court to finalize your divorce.
  Published 16Jul2009, viewed 306 times

• Divorce: Provisional Hearing, Help While You're Waiting
  Most states have a cooling off period between the time you file for divorce and the day the divorce can be granted. The court can hold a provisional hearing to rule on urgent matters.
  Published 13Jul2009, viewed 381 times

• Motions, A Polite Way To Ask
  If you want the judge to do something that doesn't require hearing evidence, you file a motion.
  Published 10Jul2009, viewed 260 times

• Divorce: Preparing For Your Final Hearing
  Even if you have a lawyer, you need to prepare for the final hearing.
  Published 08Jul2009, viewed 343 times

• Divorce: Inventory Your Personal Property So You'll Get More Of It
  The judge can't give you something he / she doesn't know about. Make a list of your stuff. It will help you negotiate, and it will help you get more of what you want.
  Published 22Jun2009, viewed 235 times

• Communication: Listen With Your Heart, Not Your Mouth
  If you disagree with someone, stay calm. If you hear what they have to say, you might be able to resolve your differences without a fight.
  Published 22Jun2009, viewed 263 times

• child custody: The Kinds And Caveats
  The two basic kinds of custody are physical and legal. There are different variations on these two types which are discussed here.
  Published 21Jun2009, viewed 255 times

• Divorce: Is That What You Really Want
  Don't go to the grocery store when you're hungry, and don't file for divorce without giving it a lot of thought.
  Published 15Jun2009, viewed 257 times

• Child Custody: A Fight Noone Wins
  When divorcing or never married parents fight over custody of their children, the whole family suffers. If they can make decisions about their children together, the kids will be much better off.
  Published 13Jul2009, viewed 249 times

• Visitation: Do Your Kids Seem Scared Of Their Other Parent?
  You can't do much to stop the other parent from visiting, but you may be able to make it easier for your child.
  Published 12Jun2009, viewed 930 times

• Divorce: The Kind Way To Say Good-bye To Your Spouse
  Saying good-bye doesn't have to be an exercise in cruelty. These tips should help you part ways respectfully, if not amicably.
  Published 06Jun2009, viewed 297 times

• Attorney's Fees: Somebody Is Gonna' Pay
  No one likes to pay their own attorney's fees, let alone someone elses. However, there are situations in which a judge can order one member of a couple to pay both parties' fees. This article tells you when and why and how to cut down expenses in a divorce case.
  Published 01Jun2009, viewed 393 times

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