It’s not uncommon for recently divorced couples to continue living together after the marriage ends. With soaring home prices and inflation on the rise, many find it challenging to live independently. If there are children involved, these divorced but cohabiting couples also share the task of parenting their children outside of their marriage. A…
In the old song “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” by George and Ira Gershwin, a couple that planned to part ways because they disagree on everything—potato/potahto, tomato/tomahto —decides their differences are trivial compared to their love, and they can’t live without each other, so they better call the calling off off. If only…
By Debra Schoenberg Early in March, after seven-plus years of marriage to Kanye West (now legally, “Ye”), Kim Kardashian West became Kim Kardashian again—legally single—when a judge granted her request for termination of their married status. Their contentious celebrity split has played out publicly over the last year since Kim first filed in February…
When you’re going through a divorce, the issues to be resolved can seem endless and exhausting. Questions surrounding custody and finances, including child support, can be very tough and contentious. One area in which those concerns all intersect is in planning and paying for a child’s education. If your children are young when you…
Benjamin Franklin penned one of his most famous quotes shortly before his death. Writing to his friend, French scientist Jean-Baptiste Le Roy, he said, “…In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” However, the first part of that same sentence is quoted less often. “Our new constitution is now established; everything seems…
A spouse’s unfaithfulness can be devastating to their partner and the marriage. An affair breaks the marital vows, shatters trust, and erodes intimacy in the relationship. Perhaps you’re the partner who feels betrayed or the one who has cheated and wonders whether your marriage is irreparably damaged or automatically over. The hard truth is…
You may have seen recent media reports about a new high-tech gadget that allows you to find misplaced items. The AirTag, released by Apple, describes itself as a tool that allows users to keep track of regularly used personal items such as wallets, purses, keys, luggage, and more. While many users claim the AirTag…
When you’ve reached the point where you know your marriage is truly over, it’s natural to wonder when you can or should start dating again. There’s nothing wrong with wanting the companionship, fun, emotional connection, and intimacy that a new partner can bring. It’s also understandable if you’re seeking comfort from feelings of stress,…
When it comes to retirement readiness, women are at a significant disadvantage compared to men. Retirement income for women is only 80% of men in the same age group. Retired women are more dependent on Social Security (making up 52% of their income vs. 48% for men). Women have a greater life expectancy (80.5…
For divorced couples, sorting through the details of custody and parenting agreements is a challenge in the best of times. But nearly two years into a global pandemic, Covid-19 is still adding new layers of complication to an already difficult process. Covid-19 news and concerns change almost daily, and relevant legal considerations are evolving….
