When it comes to sorting out child custody in the case of divorce or separation, there are many questions that you may have. You could be confused and even scared about how the child custody will be awarded. Here are four common questions about child custody laws answered:
Is Custody Always Awarded to Just One Parent: Many parents fear that the other parent will be the only one who is awarded custody.
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Even though your divorce will be a challenge for you, it is also a difficult time for your children. However, you can help your children get through the divorce in a positive way by choosing different ways to handle each situation that arises.
Avoid Legal Terms
Children can have a very hard time understanding what a divorce really is, especially when you have younger children. It is a good idea to explain what the general idea of divorce is, but it is best to avoid some legal terms when explaining your situation to them.
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If you have experienced the tragedy of losing a family member due to the negligence of someone else, then you should consider filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Although taking this action will not bring back your loved one, it can provide financial compensation for lost income, funeral costs and other expenses. This article examines some of the key factors to keep in mind when thinking about whether to file this type of lawsuit.
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A wrongful death lawsuit is a claim that is filed against a company or individual by the surviving family members of a person who has died on wrongful terms. For example, if someone was working on a property and died due to carelessness by the property owner, then the surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim. Here are four types of damages that can be collected from these family members from the wrongful death lawsuit they have filed against a company or individual:
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Many people believe that child support stops when the child reaches the age of majority (18 in most states). This may be true, but there are situations where you may have to continue making the payments well beyond that age. This is usually the case if the court believes that there is a need for the continued payments. Here are some circumstances that may necessitate this:
The Child Reaches 18 Before Completing High School
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