Coming from Mexico, you're probably familiar with what happens when people abandon their homes and family for a divorce. Under Mexican law, a man who leaves his wife may be liable for her income for the rest of her life, even though he no longer wants to stay...
Stacy Albelais, Attorney at Law
2 adoption facts you need to know
Adoption has been on your mind since you witnessed the last adoption event in your area. You met children who had been orphaned at a fundraiser. Some were in foster homes, and others were waiting in the care of the Department of Social Services.No matter what the cost...
Don’t fall for these 3 child custody myths
Divorce comes with many challenges. For instance, you will have to decide what to do with your Morena Valley home and how to divide your other property. In addition, you may also have to work out a child custody schedule with your future ex. Dealing with custody...
What are some important facts to know about adopting?
Adopting a child is a way to grow your family as well as to give a child in need a family to belong to. Parents who want to adopt in the U.S. have several options including seeking the help of an adoption agency. Sometimes, people are approached by birth parents...
Modern dads: How are they different?
There's an outdated perspective that says, "Dads are better suited to be workers than the caretakers of children." However, this view is just as wrong as the outdated perspectives that continue to persist about women.The truth is, when child custody orders permit it,...
Getting a restraining order: What you need
If your life is in danger or your feel you could be attacked in your own home, a restraining order might be the right choice for you. There are a few things you should know about restraining orders before you decide to get one.Getting a restraining order is relatively...
Do dependents’ rights change at age 14?
You may have heard that 14 is a cutoff age that decreases parents' rights and increases the rights of their children, their dependents.In some popular iterations, this myth essentially states that kids who are 14 years old and older are allowed to do anything they...
Spousal support: Will this come into play in your divorce?
There are many things to think about as your divorce moves forward. While you may be looking forward to putting this in the past, it doesn't mean you can ignore the many details that are sure to come into play.Spousal support is a sticking point in many divorces. It's...
Seeking a modification order? Here’s what you need
After a divorce, you may think there is no way to modify an existing agreement. Fortunately, you might still have the opportunity to seek a modification, especially if your spouse hid assets or if there were other things you didn't know before you agreed to the...
Understanding alimony laws in California
If you are thinking about divorce, you might be wondering if you will receive alimony as part of your settlement. In California, you and you husband can come to an agreement about alimony payments outside of the court or you can petition the court to make it part of...