How May Your Arrest Affect A Pending Custody Battle?
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24 September 2018
Going through a bad breakup with (or divorce from) your child's other parent can be stressful even under the best of circumstances. From the hassle and expense of setting up a second household to the uncertainty of when you'll get to see your child again, this stress can sometimes lead to poor decision-making. If you're arrested and charged with a crime while a custody case is pending, will this alone prevent you from gaining the custody you seek?
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An Orderly Progression To Divorce
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20 July 2018
When a couple ends a relationship, it is always an emotional event, but divorce is also a legal act. The true proof of that can come before the divorce is final by way of common orders and rulings by the family court judge in charge of your case. From the moment you first separate and seek support through the courts, you can expect to be both protected and tasked with orders by the judge.
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4 Reasons It Is A Bad Idea To Represent Yourself In Court For A Criminal Case
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6 May 2018
If you are arrested and charged with a crime, you should take the matter very seriously. While you have the right to represent yourself in court, it is not a good idea in a criminal case. One of the best things you can do after being charged with a serious crime is to hire an experienced and reputable criminal defense attorney. Some of the reasons it is a bad idea to represent yourself in court for a criminal case include the following.
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Why Courts Rarely Separate Siblings During Custody Determinations
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5 March 2018
If you have multiple children and you are going through a divorce, you should know that courts rarely separate kids. This means the custody arrangement that the court will issue is likely to apply to all the kids. Here are some of the reasons kids are rarely separated during a divorce:
Stability
In most cases, courts are of the opinion that stability is crucial to children's welfare, which is why they can do everything to minimize the effect of the divorce on the children's life.
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