Last week, we posted about hopelessness as a predictor of divorce. We discussed how hopeless feelings sometimes stem from unrealistic expectations in a marriage. This article seeks to prevent such feelings, by outlining ways to set—and adjust—expectations in your...
Month: October 2018
Do you need a forensic accountant for your divorce?
You’re probably familiar with the term “forensic” as it relates to crime. It’s a word used often in television shows and movies. You may be less familiar with how forensic science relates to divorce, but it can be a valuable tool for examining assets and financial...
Keeping hope alive when your marriage hits a rough patch
The cause of a marriage heading south isn't always clear. Maybe there was a breach of trust. Perhaps it feels like the two of you have nothing in common anymore. Or you may just have a gut feeling that something feels off--disconnected--and you don't know how to make...
Is your social media discoverable in a court of law?
In the new world of social media, the law doesn’t need to request you as a friend. Social media is discoverable and can be used as evidence in a court of law. Updating your privacy settings cannot keep the law out. In a recent survey, 52 percent of lawyers interviewed...
Millennial newlyweds bring new outlook to marital finances
Traditionally, establishing a joint bank account with your spouse when you get married has been seen as a sign of trust. Conversely, drafting a prenuptial agreement with your betrothed has typically been viewed as a lack of confidence in the relationship. However,...