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50% of marriages end in divorce is a long-accepted statistic which has been perpetuated over decades – since the late 1970s when the statistic was first generated.

When we hear the term "cash flow," we generally think of cash flow as presented in publicly traded companies' Statements of Cash Flow. Often, cash flow is confused with the income reflected on the parties' tax returns.

Earlier today, Robert Epstein posted an interesting piece entitled The Psychology of Mediation. Whether people like it or not, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is here to stay as the new norm. Court backlogs are long and trial dates are scarce, even when you want them.

Judges want all issues resolved but especially custody and parenting issues.

According to the acclaimed book, Freakonomics, the theory of information asymmetry accounts for why we hire a real estate to sell our house, an insurance broker to purchase long-term health insurance, and a funeral director to purchase a coffin for a loved one that has passed.

As 2015 draws to a close, let's take a look back at some of the most viewed posts.

A deposition is a commonly used discovery device in many divorce cases.

Few moments in family court feel as heavy as when the words "Family Code section 3044" are spoken. The statute carries a formidable presumption: that awarding custody to a parent...

As a family lawyer, one of the questions I am most frequently asked is, "what expenses are included in the Child Support Guidelines worksheets?"

Many years ago the alternate residential parent, often the father, would have visitation with the children every other weekend, split up the holidays and receive a couple of weeks' time for vacation in the summer.

Menstrual equity. This term is likely one that you've never heard before.

Family structures continue to evolve. It is now common for unmarried couples to cohabit and join their finances. These relationships often resemble a traditional marital partnership.

In his carefully reasoned decision, Judge Jones drew an important distinction between modifications of existing child support orders as compared to the initial establishment of a child support order.

Illinois is changing how courts handle pet custody disputes between unmarried couples. Starting in 2027, judges will have the authority to look beyond ownership paperwork and consider who actually cared for the animal, the pet's emotional bonds, and what arrangement serves the animal's well-being when relationships end.

Timothy Gilsbach was quoted in the Special Ed Connection article "Work it Out: Take these Steps if Parents Threaten to File a Complaint."

If you're an underwriter, originator, closer, attorney or other professional who specializes in HUD-insured loans, fair housing principles probably aren't top of mind as you navigate...

Information contained herein represents legislation passed by the 2018 Kentucky General Assembly in Regular Session