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Why "Separated Under One Roof" Requires Extra Care Ending a relationship does not always mean one person can immediately move out, especially in high-cost areas or when children are involved. In California, continuing to share a home after a breakup can create...
In California Family Courts, gifts are distinguished from other transfers of money or property between romantic partners, which is why informal understandings can later become disputes when the parties disagree about whether repayment was originally intended....
Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval rose to fame as longtime cast members of Vanderpump Rules, Bravo’s hit reality television series centered around friendship, relationships, and drama in Los Angeles. For nearly a decade, the two were viewed as one of the show’s most...
When people think of divorce, whether it is contemplating a premarital agreement in the event of divorce or filing for a dissolution action against their current spouse, many people overlook how a marriage or a divorce can impact their estate. Generally,...
In the world of family law, few things are as unsettling as the discovery of hidden assets after a divorce has been finalized. These "zombie assets" – property that was concealed during divorce proceedings only to surface later – can fundamentally alter the financial...
The Importance of Discovery in Family Law Cases Family law cases often involve deeply personal and complex issues, from child custody disputes to the division of marital assets. In such cases, the discovery process plays a critical role in ensuring that all parties...
Richard Batista and Dawnell Batista were married on August 31, 1990. During the couple’s marriage, Dawnell started to face health complications and had to undergo two kidney transplants, and unfortunately, both transplants did not work. Richard then decided to give...
If you're currently going through a divorce, there are two primary ways that you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse can resolve the issues that lie ahead, which is to do mediation or litigation. A party can go through a more traditional route, which is known as litigation....
Reports recently surfaced that the divorce proceedings of Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum may be going to trial. After several years of negotiations, it appears the parties may be at a standstill due to the division of the asset “Magic Mike”. According to Dewan’s team,...
Throughout your family law matter, there are many different types of hearings you may encounter. The process of modifying child custody or going through a dissolution can come in all flavors and lengths and levels of difficulty. It is best to understand the different...