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Deciding to stay in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage "for the kids" may seem noble, even selfless. Many parents believe that keeping the family unit intact, regardless of the emotional cost, is best for their children. However, this decision often overlooks the...
Adults should ensure they have an estate plan in place so they have a say in what happens when they pass away. There are several things to consider when you’re getting this plan together. One of these is who you’re going to pass your assets along to. You have the...
You might find yourself in a situation where you feel you need to drive, but you realize you probably shouldn’t. Perhaps last night ended up heavier and later than you intended, and you are still feeling fuzzy but need to get to work. Or maybe you need to pick the...
People who are talking about drunk drivers often reference those who are obviously incapable of driving safely. Motorists who are well over the legal limit might swerve all over the road, stop without reason and put everyone they encounter at risk. They may even cause...
When one parent is struggling—whether emotionally, financially or with health, addiction or stability issues, a family’s approach to co-parenting may need to be adjusted. These situations can create imbalance and tension, often placing additional burdens on the more...
One of the most challenging aspects of divorce is that children have to learn how to divide their time between two homes. Even if one parent stays in what was the family home, it will still be different living there without the other parent. It’s up to the parents to...
The prospect of an eyewitness’s testimony can often be enough to convince those facing criminal charges that the game is up. Whether they committed the crime or not, they may figure that convincing a jury the eyewitness is lying is unrealistic, and their best option...
When someone passes away, their estate usually must go through probate. The person in charge of managing this process is known as the executor. This role comes with important responsibilities and legal duties. Below are some of the key duties of an executor. Carrying...
Families often look forward to going on vacation together. This is a chance to spend time together, make memories and explore new places. While everyone may come across some challenges while they’re planning a vacation, parents who are divorced have some very specific...
Working professionals make regular contributions to Social Security. Those in direct-hire employment arrangements rely on their employers to withhold funds for their federal tax responsibilities, including Social Security obligations. Self-employed professionals, such...