3 Things That Can Hinder Divorce Filing in Arkansas
Arkansas has a high rate of marriage compared to other states (72 percent), so you’ll naturally find a higher rate of divorce, as well. In fact, as of 2019, the divorce rate in the state was 17.4 per 1,000 married individuals—the highest percentage in the country. However, while Arkansas divorces are relatively common, you may […]
What Happens If You Ignore Your Foreclosure Notice?
Being served foreclosure papers can leave homeowners feeling devastated. A foreclosure can sometimes leave you feeling paralyzed. One of the worst things you can do, however, is to not respond to the foreclosure. Unfortunately, many homeowners fail to make any effort to save themselves from a foreclosure. A foreclosure is a time-sensitive process, and you […]
Do You Qualify for SSDI? What You Need to Know
Millions of people have conditions that can affect their ability to make a living. Chronic pain, debilitating depression, and other problems cost workers and employers about $576 billion every year in lost productivity. However, sometimes health issues become too severe for people to return to work and disability coverage becomes necessary. What is Available Social […]
3 Ways to Establish Paternity in Arkansas
The birth of a child is supposed to be a joyous, remarkable time in a person’s life. Unfortunately, many unmarried fathers do not get to share in this experience because their paternity is not established at the time of birth. Establishing paternity is important for you as the father, but it’s also important for the […]
Proving a Need for Spousal Support
Some people enter into divorce plagued with economic uncertainty and fear. While more and more marriages consist of a couple with both parties working and contributing equally to the family finances, their pay may not be equal. If you earn significantly less than your spouse, you may fear that you will be unable to support […]
Mistakes to Avoid During Your Divorce
Getting a divorce is an experience like nothing else. It has its own rules and laws that should not be ignored. As couples try to navigate the tricky waters of divorce, some common mistakes can cost them big time in terms of money, time, personal well-being, and the well-being of the children. Be sure to […]
Custody When Your Ex Has a New Partner
Custody is already difficult enough, but when you add in new romantic partners, the situation gets more complex. Whether the new partner is new on the scene or was an affair partner, it makes sense why you might not want your child to be spending a lot of time with somebody you hardly know. Do […]
What Factors Do Courts Consider for Child Custody?
Once parents decide to divorce, one of their top priorities is determining child custody arrangements. Although some couples can create a fair and reasonable custody arrangement between themselves, others will have to seek assistance through the court. If you have to go through court to decide your custody arrangements, the judge will make the final […]
Arkansas Child Custody Laws at a Glance
Arkansas has the fourth-highest divorce rate in the country. The rate in 2015 was 25.3 divorces per 100 married women. Many of these divorcing children have had children together. Therefore, child custody is an ongoing issue landing before family court judges across the state. If you are in the process of getting a divorce, you’ll […]
Tips for Asset Division During Divorce
Many couples find asset division difficult during a divorce. If you aren’t careful, you can easily walk away with less than what you deserve after the divorce. The following tips will help you simplify your asset division process during your divorce. Cancel All Joint Lines of Credit As soon as you are sure you are […]