People leaving relationships that involve domestic violence are often placed in particularly vulnerable positions. Abuse frequently escalates when people leave unhealthy relationships. There may be a need for a domestic violence protective order. If there are children...
If your child is living with a chronic illness, many of your co-parenting challenges are relatively uncommon. Frequent medical appointments, specialized treatments and changing health conditions can make traditional parenting schedules impractical. As such, a bespoke,...
Divorce changes life for every member of your family, especially your children. They may feel confused, worried or even responsible for what happened. While every child reacts differently, the support you provide can help them adjust to the changes over time. Kentucky...
As July turns to August, the start of a new school year is just around the corner. For co-parents, this is an ideal time to begin preparing for the transition before busy schedules, extracurricular activities and homework routines return. Taking proactive steps now...
For married couples, spending time together is an important component of an ongoing relationship. This does not mean that they cannot have time apart or their own interests. But if they spend too much time apart, there is some evidence that it can increase the odds of...
The decision to end a marriage is one that often comes with considerable tension between spouses. If you’re in this position, you may realize that the tension makes communication difficult or impossible. Even though it won’t be easy, being able to communicate during...
While recent studies have found that younger couples have a declining divorce rate in the United States, the opposite trend is true for older couples. Much of the divide seems to happen at age 45. Couples under this age limit have seen their divorce rate go down in...
Shared custody move-aways were once a straightforward matter. A parent requested permission, and the courts determined if the move was in the best interests of the children. After the adoption of custody statutes that impose a presumption of equal parental rights,...
In Kentucky, a "divorce from bed and board" is a form of legal separation. It can be an ideal solution for couples experiencing marital problems but do not want to break up for good just yet. If you find yourself in a similar situation, the court-ordered time living...
You check your bank account during divorce proceedings and discover the balance shows zero. Your spouse withdrew all the money without your knowledge or consent. This situation creates immediate financial stress and leaves you wondering how you will pay bills or...