Posts by Jason Hines
Understanding Equitable Distribution in Divorce
Listen, it’s not vain to admit it: you’re worried about losing your stuff in the divorce. More specifically, you’re worried about losing your money. And why shouldn’t you be? It’s yours, that you earned, that’s in your name. Except, as you might be finding out during the course of your legal proceedings, it’s not only…
Read MoreHow Gambling Addiction Affects Divorce
When a relationship goes sour, it’s never a good time. No one enjoys growing distant from someone they once loved, and no one enjoys making the decision to end a marriage. So, of course, divorces are known to be stressful, emotionally taxing, and usually unpleasant – no matter the reason for the separation. A common…
Read MoreWhat Divorce Means for Your Debts
There is a reason why finances play a prominent role in marriage. After all, finances are a main reason why many marriages fall apart and lead to divorce. Unfortunately, they can play a prominent role in the divorce process as well. Everyone is familiar with the split of assets in the divorce process, but what…
Read MoreWhen Your Spouse Won’t Finalize the Divorce
Making the decision to divorce is already difficult for many couples. Even in the best-case scenarios, the divorce process can hurt. After all, you probably thought this was it, right? You’d found each other in this wild, wacky world, and you’d be okay for the rest of your lives. But it didn’t work out, and…
Read MoreAdvice When You’re Divorcing and Retiring at the Same Time
There’s a new trend in divorce – older spouses are divorcing more often. Some couples divorce shortly after marriage because they realized they just weren’t meant for each other. Others divorce when they reach middle age for various reasons, like their children have left home or they have different interests. Lately, however, experts note spouses…
Read MoreImmigration Visa Waiver Considerations – Waiver of Ineligibility
We understand the challenges of the past few years in obtaining any type of immigration visa, especially for applicants currently considered ineligible. There is hope, however. You or your loved one may be eligible for a waiver. The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) determines what type of visa an immigrant can obtain to visit, work,…
Read MoreHow Alternative Dispute Resolution Puts You in the Driver’s Seat of Your Divorce
Sometimes it might feel like you and your ex-spouse or co-parent are worlds apart. It feels like you can’t come to agreement on the day of the week, let alone how your property should be divided, who should raise the children, alimony matters, and handling disputes. When you and your ex cannot resolve certain disputes…
Read MoreNew Bill in Tennessee Expands the Definition of Severe Child Abuse
At the beginning of the summer, the Tennessee legislature introduced a new bill that could potentially impact child custody cases moving forward. The new bill, titled SB-1530, expands on the definition of severe child abuse. According to the new bill, individuals can be penalized for severe child abuse if the child is knowingly or negligently…
Read MoreDoes Divorce Have to Be So Expensive?
It likely comes as no surprise that divorce can be expensive. Even the simplest of divorces will cost some money, just for paperwork and court fees. Of course, one can argue that divorce shouldn’t be easy – marriage is an important contract between two people and shouldn’t be entered into lightly; therefore it shouldn’t be…
Read MoreKeep Your Marriage Strong by Showing Gratitude Every Now and Then
One of the challenges of a long-term relationship or marriage is recognizing whether you’re taking your partner for granted. A recent article in The Atlantic discusses the issue of “habituation,” which is the technical term for the diminished response to a person’s actions over time, and how it can contribute to problems within a marriage.…
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