In a no-fault state such as California, you may think you have the right to divorce your spouse without any legal repercussions. Yet in specific circumstances, leaving your spouse could constitute marital abandonment. In these cases, you could forfeit the right to have a say in the terms of your divorce. Your spouse may…
Property division is one of the most asked-about matters during California divorce cases. Most couples are curious as to how the courts would divide their property should the spouses be unable to manage asset distribution alone. California is unique in that it is one of just nine community property states in the country. Learning…
A sexually transmitted disease (STD) can refer to many different viruses an infected person may spread through sexual intercourse. STDs such as HIV and herpes can cause significant health problems for life. An STD can have serious emotional consequences. It could also cause humiliation and damage to a person’s reputation. If your spouse knowingly…
Though two people might love each other, certain situations prompt partners to consider the adage that “sometimes, love is not enough”. Though this is a sad sentiment, sometimes life obstacles and bad timing decimate relationships that could have been successful in alternative situations. One huge factor that impacts the longevity of a relationship is…
Over recent decades, the concept of what marriage is has evolved to represent an equal front shared by both partners in the relationship. Marriage is a commitment that two people share with each other to support and build each other up even through overcoming obstacles. This definition of marriage has even expanded in some…
Unpaid child support can put incredible stress on a single parent trying to maintain a quality of life for a child. While its the legal responsibility of both parents to financially support a child, this isn’t always the case. Sometimes, however, justice comes to those who wait – even if it means decades. In…
Schoenberg Family Law Group, P.C., recognizes that family law matters involve complex, sensitive issues that can have a lasting impact on you, your family, your finances and your future.
