4 Things You Should Ask Your Family Lawyer in Your First Meeting
If you’ve never visited a divorce lawyer’s office before, you might feel intimidated and nervous. You’ve probably heard lots of stories about divorce attorneys, none of them good. However, going to a divorce lawyer for the first time doesn’t have to be an awful experience if you’re prepared. And remember, the lawyer is there to help you through this challenging time. Read on to learn about...
Are You Worried Divorce Means You’ll Never See Your Child Again? Know Your Rights!
You can’t bear to lose your kid. They are the best thing to come out of your former partnership. But you don’t know how to fight to keep them in your life. Luckily, while the risk that you might not get custody is real, Ontario custody law doesn’t allow your ex-spouse to simply take away your child. Your Child’s Rights and Your Rights to Your Child As the Law Society...
The Difference Between Canadian and US Divorce Laws
Divorce law in Canada and the United States is similar in terms of the dissolution of marriage and the division of wealth and child custody. How the law is enforced, however, differs greatly. Canada has a federal divorce act while the United States leaves the specifics up to each individual state. Canadian provinces can make only small changes in family law to suit jurisdictional...
A Bad Marriage is More Stressful Than a Bad Job
While both these issues are serious and can impact both your psychological and physical health, the distress caused by a bad marriage is ultimately worse. A job is important in terms of our social status and finances; marriage affects these areas and our overall sense of emotional security. Emotional and Physical Harm A bad job can create stress in other areas of your life, but a bad marriage...
Small Arguments That Can Cost Divorcees Big Money
Do you know what’s likely to cost you BIG in a divorce? While big assets like your home or cottage are obvious focus points for discussion, and lawyer’s fees and child support could be big costs, the small stuff can add up—especially when the situation becomes emotional. Here are a few seemingly small arguments that could end up costing you a lot in the long run. Spite could cost...
Your First Christmas After Divorce May Be Your Best
Are you facing your first post-divorce Christmas? While it may seem like your split has taken the joy out of the holidays, this doesn’t have to be the case. You may find that this new arrangement highlights what’s most important about Christmas. Why This Might Be Your Best Christmas 1. A more relaxed holiday season Now that you don’t have to split your time between your...
4 Things to Avoid Saying When Telling Your Kids About Divorce
It’s no surprise that talking to kids about divorce is hard. You have to manage your own emotions, anticipate theirs, and try to reassure them that you’ll both still be there for them (or, in some cases, face the reality that one of you may not be willing to take on full responsibility). To help guide your discussions, here are 4 things to avoid saying to your children when...
Worried About Losing a Family Pet in Your Divorce?
If you’re going through a divorce and are worried about never being able to see your beloved pet again, you’re not alone. For many people, pets are like children to them. The thought of losing “custody” of Fido or Fluffy keeps them awake at night. Read on to learn how Ontario courts determine who gets to keep pets after a divorce. How Does the Law View Pets? Firstly,...
“White Lies” That May Lead to Divorce
How many times in your marriage have you told a white lie? These harmless untruths don’t have any consequences, or so we think. We engage in white lies to protect our spouses’ feelings. However, white lies are actually quite destructive – if the other partner finds out about the deceit, the marriage could be over. Read on to learn which white lies may lead to divorce. Cash...