Couples with children in West Virginia and elsewhere who decide to divorce have a lot to consider throughout the process. One of the most important and likely pressing issues is the living arrangements of both spouses and their kids, not only during the divorce...

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How to prevent money issues from ruining a marriage
Many married couples in West Virginia and elsewhere argue about money from time to time. While many of these disagreements result in little more than a heated debate, there are some more pervasive money issues that can lead to the end of a marriage. In fact, money...
Avoid child custody problems on school breaks
Spring break has likely already passed for your child, but there are many breaks in the school calendar, including summer vacation. As such, there are still several things to keep in mind that can help you and your co-parent work together in an amicable fashion, so...
Joint child custody not always the best solution in divorce
When parents in West Virginia or elsewhere divorce, among the most important aspects they must consider are the needs and best interests of their children. Research has shown that children tend to do better when they have regular access to both parents following...
Keeping emotions in check during divorce
In many cases, the divorce process is a stressful and emotionally challenging time for families. As such, parties can let their emotions get the better of them throughout the process, but doing so can have detrimental effects on the final outcome. Here are a few tips...
Social media use can affect one’s marriage, divorce
People in West Virginia and elsewhere use social media to keep up with family and friends and post important updates in their lives. Most of the time, people maintain a good balance of social media use versus their other life activities and responsibilities; however,...
Things to consider when creating physical custody schedule
When couples with children divorce in West Virginia and elsewhere, one of the most important aspects they must consider is how they will raise their kids together going forward. A co-parenting plan is important, and parents should create a custody schedule that is...
How to keep a divorce from derailing a woman’s retirement
When couples decide to end their marriages, they typically encounter a host of financial changes, along with the obvious life changes to which they must adjust. Finances become a particular challenge for those who divorce later in life, as they are nearing or are...
What factors determine the amount of spousal support payments?
Your divorce has the potential to negatively impact your financial stability for years to come. The process itself can be costly, and you could be facing a future with reduced income. If you earned significantly less than your spouse over the course of your marriage,...
An amicable divorce is possible
It is often said that nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. While many regard the process as a contentious affair with couples battling for their best share in the courtroom, the reality is that the situation does not have to be that way. If two divorcing...