When you work a demanding job, whether you're an executive, a medical professional or an engineer, you may have to put in long hours in order to advance in your career. Many professionals may work 60 or more hours a week at their job, as well as needing to respond to...
Child Custody And Visitation
How can you avoid fights when exchanging custody?
You love your kids, but it's been tough seeing your ex-spouse every time you have to pick them up or drop them off. You hated that your marriage ended the way it did, but despite your best intentions, you and your ex simply don't get along.Now, you've found it...
You should seek reasonable visitation time with your child
Visitation is often a concern during divorce, especially if one parent is not set to be the primary custodian of their children. Maybe their schedule is just too busy to have regular custody, or perhaps they are not suited to care for their children around the clock...
Speak out if you’re concerned about parental alienation
If there is one thing that you're sure of, it's that your ex-spouse is narcissistic and cares little about what they do to bring you pain. You know this because of the actions they've been taking with your child.Every time your child goes to their home and returns,...
Should you give your child a choice of custody arrangements?
As parents, you want to do what is right by your child. You have both talked things over and because your schedules are similar and you live near each other, you think it might be healthy for your child to help put together the custody schedule.Remember that this...
Should you try virtual visitation?
Virtual visitation is a unique concept. It allows you to see your child and interact with them through digital means. Virtual visitation, while it may include video calls or chatting online, can also include communication through video games, on the phone or through...
Be prepared if you need to take custody disputes to court
With cases involving child custody and visitation, you can't be too careful. It's impossible to imagine being separated from your children, but that is possible if you face unfair accusations or unexpected statements from the other party in court.It is usually best...
What can you do if your ex wants to change your custody schedule?
There is nothing quite as aggravating as an ex-spouse who feels entitled to more time with your children than they deserve. You already have a fair custody plan in place, but they keep saying that they plan to go back to court to get more time. This is a drain on your...
Consider unique custody options when living far apart
Sometimes, visitation is difficult. You and your ex-spouse might have to move apart for work, or you may move several cities apart to be closer to family. Your child is most important, but without those supports in place, you don't think you'd be able to support them...
Visitation dates can be stress-free with the right attitude
Parents who have visitation with their children may not have the same custody rights as the other parent. Even if they share joint custody, one parent will be the primary custodian, while the other has visitation schedules to adhere to.As a parent who has to abide...