Divorce is a tough process, and it is much harder to navigate when you have children involved. It gets even more complicated when an ex-spouse relocates a child across state lines without permission during a divorce. This article explains what steps to take if you...
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Identifying red flags when selecting a guardian for your children
Choosing a guardian for your children is an important decision all parents should make. It involves finding someone who will provide love, care and support to your children in the event of your incapacity or passing. While making this selection is a deeply personal...
The prevalence of distracted driving injuries and deaths
If you come across a distracted driver on the road, they could cause an accident, which highlights the importance of staying vigilant. Whether you walk, ride a bike or drive a car, distractions pose a serious threat to your safety. Likewise, when other drivers lose...
How can I keep my kids safe when biking?
Bicycle accidents often result in severe injuries to the bicyclist. While they share the road with motor vehicles, bicyclists do not have to have a license or any type of training. As a parent, you can ensure your children know how to safely ride on the roadways. By...
Can I use my will to change beneficiary designations?
It is important to harmonize your estate plans. Part of the process is making sure your will works with the rest of your estate planning to realize your desires for your family. Sometimes a will is not the proper way for your heirs to inherit from you. An important...
How can dividing an IRA result in unequal property division?
The state of Louisiana is a community property state. This means any property you have acquired during your marriage that is not separate property is subject to a 50-50 split with your spouse in divorce. This includes money you have placed in a retirement account such...
Are there any consequences for hiding assets during divorce?
Even if your marriage has not been entirely bad, you can no longer live with your spouse's financial infidelity. Financial infidelity happens when one spouse is untruthful with the other about money-related matters. Sadly, according to the National Endowment for...
The problem with crash test dummies
Crash test dummies have served an essential role in automobile safety. Their popularity has also led to animated depictions and the name of a famous rock band. They are also in need of upgrades. According to a Government Accountability Office report, the National...
What should you include in your estate plan?
A solid estate plan protects your assets, but it also allows you to care for your family financially even after you are gone. That is why proper planning is so important, as it ensures your loved ones receive your assets in the manner you desire. Accordingly, most...
Organizing your finances will help streamline property division
If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, the next hurdle you face will be property division, a prospect that may seem overwhelming. No matter how simple or complex your financial picture is, becoming well-organized will help you approach this phase of the...