Paying child support is not just about fulfilling a legal obligation. In fact, it can also have a positive impact on mental health. When parents prioritize and maintain regular child support payments, it can lead to reduced stress, improved relationships and overall...
During marriage, spouses generally combine their resources to enjoy a higher standard of living together than they could have on their own. They share their income and their assets. In some cases, one spouse makes financial sacrifices for the benefit of the other or...
Parents who end their marriage often have to focus on various issues, such as custody and their child’s emotional health. Child support is another key aspect of many divorce proceedings involving children. Understanding your rights and responsibilities regarding child...
Sadly, Louisiana continues to rank high in cases of domestic violence, according to recent reporting by KTBS 3. For that reason, the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence is pushing the state government for $15 million in funding to boost resources for...
Just as parents who are still together must pay childcare expenses, divorced parents are also responsible for fulfilling this duty. Ensuring a proper living environment for little ones is expensive in either situation. After a split, the job is particularly...
Divorce can be a challenging experience for families. This especially applies to minor children, who have no control over their circumstances. Facing the sudden upheaval of their worlds and the prospect of completely different lives, they may experience serious...
Though a birth certificate is a legal document that serves as an identification and certification tool, it does not establish a father’s paternal status when the child’s parents are unmarried. Correspondingly, being named as a child’s father on a birth certificate...
The process of divorce is stressful, to say the least. It is emotionally, mentally and financially draining, and it often feels like it will never end. Whether you are going to trial or settling your issues outside of court, it is easy to get caught up in the drama...
Co-parenting post-divorce or separation can be challenging, requiring continuous communication and collaboration. A critical aspect of this collaboration is managing your children's extracurricular activities. Working with your ex isn’t always easy, but it can help...
People often don't know what to expect during a divorce, as they may only heard stories from co-workers or their favorite TV shows to teach them about the process. The problem with such stories is often that they take place somewhere other than Louisiana. The rules...