Having difficulty paying monthly bills is not rare in the U.S. In fact, according to a recent report, upwards of 70% of Americans regularly struggle to manage medical debt, credit card bills, utility expenses and housing costs. If you have fallen behind financially,...
One way to achieve the American dream is to start a business venture. If you began your business during your marriage or merely used proceeds from the venture to support your family, though, your company may be part of the marital estate. Consequently, your soon-to-be...
Military families often have unique situations that can make things difficult when it comes to a divorce. The court wants to ensure the children have equal time with both parents, but this can be tough when one parent is in the military. According to Military...
In a divorce involving Kentucky couples with one or both spouses in the military, questions may arise about enforcing spousal or child support orders. According to Military.com, federal law allows a spouse to get a court order to garnish, or take, a service member’s...
A domestic violence situation can be quite dangerous when you involve law enforcement and officers arrest the other person. It is helpful to know what to expect and if there will be criminal charges in your situation. The Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence...
If you are getting a divorce and you have suffered as a result of verbal, physical, sexual or even financial abuse, it is important to approach the end of your marriage carefully. Many people are unsure of how to handle these situations and some people are even afraid...
Many couples decide to file for a divorce due to substance abuse, infidelity and a host of other factors. However, divorces that result from domestic violence require additional considerations. Sometimes, people need to pursue restraining orders or take steps to...
Your divorce will likely require splitting up assets between you and your spouse. Your assets may include retirement accounts or different kinds of investments. Dividing up these investments, however, is probably not as simple as divvying them up on the spot. You and...
Divorce is rarely easy, but when you and your spouse take certain actions, it can lead to a high-conflict divorce. When there is conflict in the situation, it can slow things down and make it difficult for you to come to a final agreement. Psychology Today explains...
It can be devastating when your mental health is used to challenge your fitness as a parent. Attorney James Murphy of Hoge Partners, PLLC, recently argued and won a case before the Supreme Court of Kentucky. He represented a woman who had primary physical custody over...