From the moment they are born, children are dependent upon their parents in many ways. As they get older, some of the costs associated with child care and support rise exponentially. In general, California's parents will act in the best interest of a child, but some...
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Month: January 2014
Non-physical abuse can lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Everyone is accustomed to hearing the term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD in relation to service personnel who have been subjected to the horrors of war, but most people think that this is the only circumstance in which it raises its ugly head. PTSD is...
Co-parenting is in the best interest of the child in California
There is no doubt that the life of a single parent can be difficult and fraught, but if both parents continue to take an active role in bringing up their children post-divorce, then it need not be. In California, a judge will not usually make a decision about custody...
Could ‘one for the road’ lead to divorce?
A marriage can break down for a variety of reasons. Citing domestic violence or a betrayal of trust may be common, but whatever the reason, alcohol is often a factor in some way. In particular, a difference in drinking patterns -- or in attitudes toward alcohol...
New year, new law to help California victims of domestic violence
Divorce once had a stigma attached to it, and was considered 'socially unacceptable' to many. It's likely that back in those days there were abusive marriages where people either didn't suspect, put on a brave face or simply ignored it. These days no one needs to...