An important part of getting divorced in California is dividing the community property: figuring out what to do with the house, the car, the bank accounts and other valuable assets. The other part of property division is something that people in Riverside may not...

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Is keeping the house in a divorce always a good thing?
For most people, their house is their most significant asset. And in the event of a divorce, it can be one of the most contentious community assets to divide. Often, people focus on keeping the home. They might even give up several other assets so that they can be the...
What should I do if I can’t care for my child in California?
There are times when a Riverside parent may feel as if they're unable to adequately raise their child, whether it's for health, financial or other reasons. In such cases, they may wish to hand over custody to a relative temporarily while they get well or back on their...
Domestic violence victims can lose custody of their kids
Studies published by the American Bar Association during the last few years have highlighted how many individuals who engage in domestic violence attempt to intimidate their victims by telling them that they'll have their kids taken away if they ever walk away from...
You need to have a divorce plan in place long before you file
From the way that the media depicts divorce, you might imagine that the average person makes a snap decision one day and marches off to file for the end of their marriage. While some people certainly do reach a breaking point from which there is no return, it is also...
You don’t have to accept paying alimony long-term
Last month, a southern California man, who'd previously been ordered to pay $1,000 in alimony each month to his ex-wife for the rest of his life, decided to try to do something to improve both his and other spouses' plights. That Huntington Beach man decided to...
What should I know about adopting a child as a single person?
Contrary to popular belief, adoption isn't just an option for wealthy, married people. Single individuals are increasingly deciding to take on the responsibility of adopting and raising kids on their own here in California and across the United States.As you research...
What is the best custody arrangement if I have an infant?
It can be stressful introducing a baby into the mix when your marriage is already on the rocks. Sadly, the stresses that come with sleepless nights, teething and other considerations that come with being a new mom or dad often leads new parents to file for divorce. If...
What are some reasons parents lose custody of their kids?
Most individuals who've gone through a divorce will tell you that it's not an easy process. Parents often use their kids as pawns to try to get underneath each other's skin. They often threaten to have their child taken away from them. There are many valid reasons...
What should Californians know about no-fault divorce?
Divorce used to be an uncommon practice, which meant that the few people who did seek divorces often did so because of extreme circumstances such as spousal abuse or flagrant infidelity. In those situations, the spouse who was tired of the other's behavior could...
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