Who Really Pays When Child Support Payments Are Missed
For many parents (mothers and fathers), paying child support is a fact of life. They understand that they were responsible for contributing 50% of a child’s DNA, so they must also provide the basics of life for their offspring, even if they’re not married to the child’s mother or father. Sadly, there are some parents who don’t pay child support. The effects can be devastating for children....
If I Have Been Separated for a Long Time, Am I Automatically Divorced?
Some spouses are confused about the difference between separation and divorce, believing one to be similar to the other, and that they’ll simply be automatically divorced after a long separation. This incorrect assumption can lead to serious complications, especially for those who wish to get on with their lives. If you believe that you’ve automatically become divorced because of a...
Can the Terms of a Divorce Be Changed?
At first, the terms that were agreed upon for your divorce had been sufficient to cover your situation. However, as time passes, certain aspects of your agreement can become inadequate. In some cases, you may need to challenge the settlement by presenting evidence or data that would change the mind of the court. Certain parts of a divorce agreement can’t be changed once a ruling is made,...
Can You Get a Divorce If Only One Partner Wants It?
While it’s rare for a divorce to take place without any sort of acrimony, some people end up getting stuck in a situation where a partner refuses to participate in the legal dissolution of the marriage. Regardless of why only one partner might want a divorce, this lack of cooperation makes divorce more complicated and unpleasant than necessary. Marriage and divorce law has been altered over...
Want to Keep the Matrimonial Home? You NEED a Prenuptial Agreement
They say love conquers all… until it comes to divorce proceedings and the distribution of property. Then, all bets are off. Things can become especially heated when the soon-to-be exes discuss what happens to their home. Tempers can rise and you might find yourself saying things you’ll later regret. All that can be avoided, though. Drafting a prenuptial agreement can prevent arguments about...
What Every Father Needs to Know About Custody Rights BEFORE the Divorce
Divorce can destroy a family. The relationship between children and parents, especially between fathers and their kids, can suffer enormously. In many cases, children wind up living with their mothers, and their fathers sometimes have to go to court to see them more frequently. Dads have legal rights too, though. Read on to learn what you need to know about child custody laws in Ontario before...
Are Your Visitation Rights Being Violated?
Divorce breaks a family apart, but it’s even worse when your ex-spouse interferes with your rights to visit or access your children. It’s a frustrating, heartbreaking situation, especially because you might not know what your rights are, and you aren’t sure if your spouse is violating the law. Read on to learn how you can tell whether your spouse is disobeying the court’s orders about...
What Any Divorce Lawyer Should Tell You About Custody and Special Needs Children
Are you worried your soon-to-be-ex is unfit to take care of your child with special needs? You may even be considering talking to a divorce lawyer about sole custody. Divorce is always heart-wrenching for parents, but it can be even more so when children with special needs are involved. They might not understand what’s going on, and it can disrupt their carefully scheduled routines....
Can Prior Drug Convictions Affect Child Custody? A Divorce Lawyer Explains
As divorce lawyers, we’re often asked about criminal records and child custody. People are worried their past mistake(s) will cost them access to their child. Or they’re worried their ex-spouse is dangerous, and want the family courts to consider all past convictions for drugs, violence, or other charges. Everyone makes mistakes, but some errors can have a long-lasting effect. This...