Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Women’s Attitudes on Prenups Shifting
Not long ago the topic of a prenup could cause an argument in a relationship without fail. Certainly, a discussion that contemplates the possibility of divorce before you’ve walked down the aisle is less than romantic. But these days things are changing, and couples are more willing to have a frank discussion about assets… Read More »
Gambling Issues Could Lead to Divorce
Financial misery can be a devastating problem in a marriage. That can be exacerbated if the money issues are the direct result of a gambling addiction. Sadly, such an addiction may result in both family and financial responsibilities being ignored. Marital partners can be swept up in resentment, duplicity, and suspicion, which can ultimately… Read More »
Should You Consider Split Custody?
Multiple factors that must be weighed when determining custody and visitation expectations when parents divorce. While the courts see the benefits of shared custody agreements that allow for maximum time with each parent, it must be acknowledged that in some situations that’s just not practical. Some couples decide on one parent to hold primary… Read More »
Domestic Violence Mars Holidays
The holidays are a time of love, sharing, and empathy for many Americans, although victims of domestic violence know that holiday cheer is not in the cards for them. Instead, incidents of domestic violence (DV) spike during the holidays, filling homes with fear, anger, and pain throughout the country. Why is this time of… Read More »
When You Realize You Married a Gold-Digger
You feel so dumb! Sure, you should have paid attention to the signs before you got married, but you were too in love to notice. But now you’ve tied the knot and it seems crystal clear that your spouse married you for one reason, and one reason only: to get their hands on your… Read More »
Do You Need to Be Concerned About Your Adult Children if You Divorce?
When older couples choose to divorce, they may feel entitled to do so without conferring with their children about it. After all, they stuck with the marriage for many years, raised a family, and got the kids off into their own lives. Now the kids are adults. How much could their parents’ divorce possibly… Read More »
Florida Child Custody Evaluations
Being ordered by a court to participate in a child custody evaluation can be a harrowing experience, mostly because you will be worried about how an evaluator will react to you. The stakes are extraordinary; understanding the process and doing what you can to prepare will help to ease your mind and help you… Read More »
Is Getting a Paternity Test the Right Decision?
Let’s say that you’re in a romantic relationship and there’s a baby on the way. If there is any question as to the identity of the biological father you may be considering looking into paternity testing. But is that the right move? Perhaps you’re hesitant to infer that there is any question as to… Read More »
Life After Divorce – What You Can Expect
No matter how you slice it, it’s a huge decision, and one that results in loss. In a divorce you lose more than just a partner: you part with a routine and a way of life. It’s emotionally draining, even if you’re the one who initiated it, and even if the split is amicable…. Read More »
How Do You Feel About Living Together Post-Divorce?
Although it seems like a strange idea to some people, more and more divorced couples choose living together as an option after their divorce. For many, the driving force behind this is financial pressures. Is it a good alternative for you? Benefits to Consider Certainly, sharing the cost of housing and so forth can… Read More »
