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Most every child at some point asks their parents if they can go to summer camp. They may have heard stories from friends or classmates about a place in the mountains or on a lake. They may want to attend a day camp so they have something to do all summer. Some kids...
Parents understand that divorce can be hard on their children, and they often try to keep things as amicable as possible for their sake. Unfortunately, parents may have a hard time agreeing with one another on key elements of their upcoming divorce proceedings,...
When couples who have children divorce, they generally remain connected, at least peripherally, even after their children become adults. For parents of disabled children, that connection may need to be greater – and in part financial -- if a child can’t become a...
Your finances are likely going to change significantly after divorce. This can create a lot of financial stress, but you can alleviate it by budgeting in advance and being prepared. Everyone’s budget will be unique, depending on their financial situation, their needs...
Divorce is a life-altering event. While the emotional rollercoaster is undeniable, its impact on your financial well-being can be just as significant and often goes overlooked. Suddenly, the way you typically manage money, pay bills and plan for the future needs a...
Some breakups are relatively amicable – but yours is not. Your ex seems to have taken a “scorched earth” approach to the whole situation. They’re even demanding the return of your engagement ring, saying that you “don’t deserve it.” What are your rights in this...
Marriage is supposed to be a partnership that’s built on trust and mutual support – but some relationships develop a power imbalance that can lead to different forms of abuse, including financial mistreatment. Unlike physical abuse, financial abuse can be very subtle....
One vital family law issue that the family courts address in Ohio is child custody. The court will rule upon matters relating to the physical custody of the child (where the child lives) and legal custody (key decision regarding the child’s well-being). For the most...
The dissolution of a marriage can be a gut-wrenching event. Whether you got blinded by infidelity or you fell out of love with someone you thought would be your partner for life, the grief you experience during divorce can be profound. Yet, divorcing couples are...
When parents talk about custody in Ohio, what they usually refer to is parenting time. They want legal permission to spend liberal amounts of time with their children even after a divorce and want to know the other parent cannot interfere. For most families, a...