In Louisiana, you can get a divorce at any time and for almost any reason. Of course, if you do choose to do so and you are over the age of 50, it can be harder to recover from a financial and emotional standpoint. You may not be able to retire One of the primary...
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What are the hidden costs of divorce to consider?
When couples in Louisiana think about divorce, they know they'll face additional costs in their daily living expenses. However, many individuals don't consider just how many extra costs they will face once they start setting up separate households. Consider these...
Social media and divorce don’t mix
Divorces bring a variety of emotions to the surface, and it’s not uncommon for those emotions to get out of control. In a time where millions of people post the most intimate details of their lives on social media, it’s easy for things to bubble over. Divorcees in...
Can you collect your spouse’s Social Security after a divorce?
Many Louisiana residents plan to depend upon Social Security during retirement. For married couples, a spouse's Social Security benefits may play a role in your retirement plans too. However, a divorce can drastically change your ability to depend upon your spouse's...
Why divorce mediation is the best option for ending your marriage
Married couples in Louisiana who wish to end their marriage might want to consider divorce mediation. Knowing the basics of this method can help you know whether it’s the right option for you. What is divorce mediation? Divorce mediation is a different process for...
Divorce may have an effect on your business
Residents of Louisiana may want to learn more about how a divorce can affect their business. You've spent time building a business, hoping for its success and may now need to know what happens when you divorce your spouse. A marriage that ends in divorce is difficult,...
How to stay focused on your children during your divorce
One thing many Louisiana couples who are going through a divorce may worry about is the effect the divorce will have on their children. If you have this concern, the fact that you are thinking about it is an important first step. Focus on the children Children can...
How does living separate and apart impact my divorce filing?
Louisianans who have problems in their marriage will sometimes decide that they will live separately for a time to determine how they will address the situation. While this is common, many will be unaware of how this can influence the divorce process. There are three...
What if there is a dispute over income for support in a divorce?
Support is one of the most common causes of dispute in a Louisiana divorce. When the court decides on child support and other types of support from one former spouse to the other, it will make its determination based on the income and a variety of factors that impact...
Dukes of Hazzard star’s divorce finalized after five years
When celebrities go through the divorce process, having the emotional process publicized allows all of us to realize that they are just like anyone else. Although they may have more assets and property to sort through, the process still requires the couple to make...