Blog Posts in April, 2013
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Advice from your friends is usually a good idea – unless you're facing a divorce. Friends can help you cope with divorce emotionally, but watch out for well-meaning friends who try to give ...
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Posted on Apr 29, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
If you're looking forward to marriage, you know the term " prenuptial agreement." A prenuptial agreement is a legal document prepared before marriage that delineates how the couple's ...
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Posted on Apr 25, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Only a few decades ago, the concept of a "blended family" seemed abnormal – if not impossible. Today, more than half of American families are either re-coupled or re-married. In other ...
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Posted on Apr 24, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Research suggests that a variety of psychological roadblocks can not only make your marriage less satisfactory, but destroy it. Differing views of parenting is one of the most common psychological ...
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Posted on Apr 23, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Divorce may be one of the toughest challenges you face – but this doesn't mean you can't overcome the stress associated with it. Experts suggest these five simple ways to ease the stress ...
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Posted on Apr 22, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Divorce can have a life-altering impact on your life; did you know that it can affect the environment as well? In a publication about the environmental impact of divorce, researchers found that ...
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Posted on Apr 19, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
In the U.S., only nine states permit same-sex marriages: Washington, Iowa, New York, Maryland, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. What happens if a same-sex couple marries ...
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Posted on Apr 18, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Social media (Facebook, Twitter, daring networks, and MySpace) are becoming increasingly involved in U.S. divorce cases. With the increase in online social networking, disgruntled spouses find ample ...
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Posted on Apr 17, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Research indicates that social media is involved in a growing number of divorce cases across the nation. 81% of attorneys in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers said that they used information ...
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Posted on Apr 15, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
You might think that marriage equals happiness, but the American Psychological Association (APA) says this isn't true. For many, marriage is a life goal. However, life goals don't always make ...
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Posted on Apr 11, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Guilt, frustration, anxiety, and worry – these are common emotions associated with debt. According to an article published by the University of Arkansas, debt has a negative influence on your ...
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Posted on Apr 9, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Texas doesn't offer specific provisions for legal separation, but this doesn't mean you and your spouse can't take the time you need to choose (or not choose) divorce. Just like marriage, ...
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Posted on Apr 8, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Filing for divorce can be emotionally, financially, and legally complicated. That's why our lawyers are dedicated to helping clients navigate the tedious issues related to divorce and separation. ...
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Posted on Apr 3, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
You've probably heard the terms "father's rights" or "parental rights" before. Generally speaking, these terms apply to legal issues related to family law and divorce. For ...
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Posted on Apr 2, 2013 By Menduni Martindill, PLLC
Every divorce is different. If you think that litigation is the only way to end your marriage, you might want to speak with an attorney about your legal options through mediation. Mediation isn't ...
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