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Divorce

Social Security and Divorce: What Women Need to Know

Answers to nine questions about spousal benefits for divorced women. Here is a great article on what every woman needs to know about social security and divorce. Divorce may end a marriage but it does not end a woman’s spousal Social Security benefits. These benefits apply whether or not you have a work history of your own. When

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The Breaking Point: Why Do Women Initiate Divorce More Than Men?

A recent study by the American Sociological Association found that women initiate two-thirds of all divorces, a staggering 69% to be exact. An even higher rate of 90% of all divorces is initiated by college-educated women. This begs the following question: Why do women initiate divorce more than men? In my experience as a Women’s Empowerment Coach, I help

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You have some changes you’d like to see in your spouse and your marriage, right? And if I were a betting man, I’d guess your spouse has some ideas too! So, what are you waiting for? Are you waiting for your spouse to make the first move? Are you waiting for your spouse to be

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How Long Does It Take To Get a Divorce in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, you can get a divorce based upon a “fault ground” or a “no-fault ground”. The fault grounds in South Carolina are adultery, physical cruelty, desertion/abandonment, and habitual drunkenness (alcohol or drugs). For a “no-fault” divorce, you must prove that you and your spouse have been separated for more than one year. The

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What Happens When Someone Files Bankruptcy During a Divorce?

Sometimes during a divorce or custody case, a party may file for divorce.  When this happens it is always wise to get a bankruptcy attorney involved as bankruptcy is a specialized area of the law.  More likely than not you will probably need the assistance of a bankruptcy attorney to help get the case resolved.

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Strategies and Tips for Divorce and Custody Cases

Always tell the truth. Keep your attorney and Guardian ad Litem informed of your current information, such as telephone number, email address, mailing address, and residence address. Do not move too often from one house to another. Prior to any move, contact your attorney to get his advice. Keep your attorney informed of any major

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