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Child support laws in California aim to ensure children receive consistent financial support from both parents, even after a separation or divorce. These laws are designed to cover the child’s basic needs such as food, shelter, and education. In California, child support payments are calculated based on each parent’s income and the amount of time ...

Although celebrities enjoy many of the upsides of wealth and fame, it’s difficult to keep the details of a high-conflict divorce private. For example, the defamation lawsuit between divorced couple Amber Heard and Johnny Depp kept the public glued to the internet, as did the fraud lawsuit against Tom Girardi, which exposed the divorce proceedings ...

Parental alienation can be a complex issue to detect, especially during a time as emotionally charged as divorce. Often, one parent may engage in manipulative behaviors to turn a child against the other parent. Recognizing these signs early can make a significant difference in addressing the issue and mitigating its long-term effects. Some common indicators ...

Over 19.7 million Americans struggle with a substance abuse disorder, and addiction can be a major factor in the decision to divorce. Substance abuse affects couples from all walks of life, even wealthy celebrities. For Kourtney Kardashian, her husband Scott Disick’s addiction battles were a “deal breaker” for their relationship, which led to divorce and ...

Robin Tyler and Diane Olsen were icons in the struggle for marriage equality, and made history in 2008 as the first same-sex couple to marry in Los Angeles. The couple had bravely attempted to obtain a marriage license for years before same-sex marriage was legalized in the state – so it was surprising when after ...

A recent report by the Center for Judicial Excellence, based in San Rafael, disclosed 944 children have been fatally harmed by a parent or parental figure amid divorce or separation proceedings since 2008. It’s argued family courts frequently overlook indicators of danger, making choices prioritize parent-child visits even when evidence of abuse exists. According to ...

Aquaman star Jason Momoa and actress Lisa Bonet married in 2017 and have two children together, and gained a reputation as a loving family balancing parenting with the demands of Hollywood. However they announced their separation in 2022. Although fans were shocked at the pair’s split, they were praised for the co-parenting arrangement of their ...

Mediation can be a very effective method of agreeing on child custody arrangements during the divorce process. In a study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, researchers found divorced parents who engaged in mediation, rather than litigation, for custody disputes had increased involvement in various aspects of their children’s lives. Even 12 ...

Baby boomers have been attributed to various cultural shifts throughout history, such as counterculture and consumerism. Driving a phenomenon known as “gray divorce,” which refers to couples deciding to end their marriage in middle age or beyond, often after being together for many years. Research published in the Journals of Gerontology in September 2022 reveals ...