Some married couples in Wisconsin may not have prenuptial agreements. Given that nearly half of all marriages end in divorce, however, someone who is about to enter into matrimony may wish to consider getting one. Indeed, prenuptial agreements are becoming increasingly common, especially for people who are entering second marriages and for those who are […]
Because even amicable divorces are wrought with a variety of issues, Milwaukee area couples who are soon-to-be ex-spouses often do not make wise decisions in their negotiations. The initial sensation of overwhelming emotion can be at fault during initial divorce negotiations, leading spouses to agree to terms with which they may be uncomfortable and often […]
People in Wisconsin who have recently gotten a divorce might be wondering how they are supposed to readjust their finances to fit their new post-divorce lifestyles. There are numerous steps that individuals can take to prepare themselves for life after divorce financially. The first thing that they should do, however, is consider whether or not […]
Social media can help or hurt either party in a divorce in Wisconsin, especially if they air private matters that are best left out of the public eye. However, experts are finding that different social media sites can actually help people who are ending their marriages. First, social media can help someone going through a […]
When a divorce action is filed, most women in Wisconsin and elsewhere are initially concerned with how they will pay for living expenses until their situation is finalized. Even affluent women sometimes have difficulty determining how they will pay for a competent legal team to secure their divorce settlement because they do not know how […]
Allegations of infidelity have sounded the death knell for many Wisconsin marriages. While some spouses may be willing to forgive an indiscretion, others are unable to move beyond the negative emotions and hurt caused by a spouse’s unfaithful behavior. In those cases, divorce may be the only option. However, infidelity may not play any role […]
Recently-released results of a study reveal that the marriages of couples in Wisconsin and elsewhere may possibly be affected by divorces of friends or close family members. Researchers at Brown University have found that when a family member or close friend gets divorced, study participants were 75 percent more likely to get a divorce, and […]
According to U.S. census data, as many as 50 percent of marriages end in divorce. An increasing number of couples in Wisconsin and across the country are turning to prenuptial agreements as a way to resolve issues ahead of time should their marriages end in a divorce. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers reports that […]
Many people in Wisconsin and all across the nation consider their pets to be members of their families. Some couples, especially those without children of their own, may view their pets like children. Therefore, when they go to get a divorce, questions might arise over who gets custody of the pets. Although individuals may view […]
Couples in Wisconsin who have made the decision to divorce may find that a variety of other choices now must be made. Those ending their marriage must figure out asset division of everything from household furnishings to the family home itself. As a community property state, Wisconsin courts attempt to divide property acquired during the […]
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