Avoid Contentious Child Custody Battles By Communicating

Parents always want children nearby. In their homes. They’re rightfully selfish about sharing children with other family members, and will often engage in custodial spats with the other custodial parent. It’s understandable, given today’s societal instability. That said, children should have equivalent access to both parents to balance their upbringing, but often get tossed between […]

What Is the Right of First Refusal in Child Custody Law?

Going through a divorce can be an emotionally, physically and financially exhausting time. When you and the person you thought you would spend the rest of your life with realizing that’s not going to happen, at least without one or both of you being miserable, it tends to lead to a turmoil of conflicting emotions. […]

What happens if your ex kidnaps your kids?

It is common for emotions to take over in family law disputes. This is particularly true for divorcees who want to keep their children. In some custody disputes, a parent kidnaps a child without thinking about the legal repercussions. It can be a heartbreaking process for the parent who lost the child. After relying on […]

Are mothers generally awarded child custody?

Courts generally ask a different question. What parent can provide a more stable environment for the children? Some factors such as the parent’s income, physical and mental health are also considered. Courts don’t terminate child custody based on gender. In other words, the presumption that the children should always be with the mother is no […]

When a parent moves out after divorce in Utah

There are times when a parent may decide to move out of state after divorce. Even if the custody of your children was not divided evenly, the non-custodial parent can still claim his or her visitation rights. The custodial parent will make most child-related decisions. But what happens if your former spouse decided to move […]

How A Deadbeat Parent Can Impact A Child For Life

Being a parent is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. You have to learn so much and cope with your children’s personalities. It is even more difficult if you are a single parent and your former spouse is a deadbeat parent. The easiest approach to dealing with this situation is walking away […]