How Much Child Support Will I Get From My Spouse?
One of the most devastating consequences of divorce is the financial impact it has on your ability to take care of your children. Child support law in Canada is set up to ensure that kids, who already suffer negative effects from the end of their parents’ marriage, receive financial support from the husband, especially when the divorce compromises the household income of a wife. Child...
Minority Discount
QUESTION – If I own a small interest in a property or business on the date of separation, do I get any discount from the value of my property when it is valued? ANSWER How the courts determine whether to allow a discount for a minority interest, or marketability restrictions, or both, and how much any discount should be, depends very much on the facts of each case. The courts have wide...
Is Your Fear of Being Alone Keeping You From Filing A Divorce?
No matter what the situation in your marriage is, divorce is always a scary word. Countless relationships outlast their expiration date due to fear – fear of being alone, fear of disappointing you family, fear of hurting your children. Fear should never be a reason to stay in a relationship that is no longer serving you and your partner. Here are a few ways to recognize if you are staying in...
Are Couples with Different Drinking Habits more likely to Divorce?
Differences in habits can cause problems for couples, and even lead to divorce. While most people don’t want a partner exactly like them, having some similarities helps create harmony; conversely, some lifestyle choices can destroy a relationship when both partners don’t see eye-to-eye. When the members of a couple have different drinking habits, issues can arise that could end the...
Going to See Your Ex at Your Child’s Graduation? Read This
Honestly, there’s really no reason to get involved in any kind of confrontation with your ex at your child’s graduation. Regardless of how bad the situation may seem, it’s not the place to argue. Doing so will only upset your child and everyone else in attendance. It’s your responsibility to be an adult and set an example. There is no reason to let others witness the problems that are...
What Your Kids Really Think About Divorce
Kids and divorce rarely make up a pleasant combination. As you might guess, everyone reacts to the situation differently. What these children think, at the time of the divorce, typically helps to shape them into the adults they eventually become. Read further to learn more about some of the things that kids REALLY think about their parents splitting up. The information might surprise you! The...