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Does social networking online lead to divorce?

July 24, 2014 By Crouch Group

Marital problems have probably existed since the beginning of time, with couples arguing over many issues such as finances and child rearing. Some Dallas couples may be able to resolve these issues and treat them as hurdles that they have overcome in their marriage, whereas others might find these hurdles too large to surmount. For them, may become the best option to move forward with their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: alimony, property division, social media

Financial preparations are key to a healthy divorce

June 27, 2014 By Crouch Group

Sometimes, unhappily married people in Texas reach a point when they can’t take any more. They want to file for divorce and end the marriage as soon as possible. Unfortunately for them, divorce can take time and work. It can also take a fair amount of preparation - but taking the time to do it properly can make a big difference. While the end of a marriage can be a highly emotional … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: end of a marriage, property division

Griffith seeking divorce, spousal support from husband

June 12, 2014 By Crouch Group

Eighteen years of marriage may not sound like a lot to Dallas residents but for most Hollywood couples, 18 years is nearly an eternity.  This is how long actors Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith were married before Griffith filed for divorce late last month.  According to the divorce petition, the reasons for the divorce are irreconcilable differences. The two first worked … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, legal issues, property division, spousal support

Joint custody on the rise in the country

May 28, 2014 By Crouch Group

When a couple in Dallas divorces one another, they intend to end their relationship with one another without affecting their relationship with their children. Nonetheless, traditionally, throughout the country mothers were given sole custody of the children because it was believed to be in their best interest. This usually meant that fathers did not get to spend an equal amount of time with their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: custody, joint custody, sole custody

Organize finances carefully during divorce

May 16, 2014 By Crouch Group

When Dallas couples consider divorcing one another, there are a lot of things they usually have to consider, such as child custody, alimony and property division. Many times, one spouse is in charge of the financial matters and when that spouse gives the other one financial information, he or she believes it at face value and does not personally check into matters. However, as the case of one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: alimony, emotions, property division

Marital stress can lead to depression and loss of enjoyment

May 1, 2014 By Crouch Group

The term wedded bliss is often used to describe the idyllic notion of what marriage can or should be. In reality, marriage is challenging and it can be emotionally difficult to weather all of the ups and downs. In fact, new research indicates that individuals who experience adversity and stress within a marriage are often more prone to developing depression. The study was conducted by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: Stress

Stay-at-home parents often experience financial hardships post divorce

March 21, 2014 By Crouch Group

The lives of individuals who divorce are impacted in a number of ways. While many of these changes are positive, some may also prove to be challenging. In the wake of a divorce, a divorcee may enjoy their new freedom and independence but many struggle financially. This is often especially true in cases where a divorced mother or father acted as a full-time caregiver to a couple’s child or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, Parents, post-divorce

Should couples have a prenuptial agreement in case of divorce?

February 17, 2014 By Crouch Group

It is suggested that any couple, including Texas couples, should consider signing a prenuptial agreement in case of divorce. While no couple enters into a marriage assuming that it will end up in divorce, a prenuptial agreement can actually protect the financial interests of both parties just in case. These agreements are beneficial, even if a couple is not wealthy. It is a common misconception … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: Prenups, prenuptial agreements

Texas couples thinking of divorce should look for the signs

January 21, 2014 By Crouch Group

Making the decision to end a marriage is difficult.  Whether the marriage is new or has been ongoing for a decade or more, choosing to file for divorce can be a hard decision to make.  There are signs that a Texas couple can look for to determine if they are already on the track to ending the marriage and beginning a new life as a happy single person. Experiencing problems is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: divorce in Texas, Texas

New love interest reignites Frankel’s child custody battle

January 8, 2014 By Crouch Group

Marriage can be a difficult path to navigate and some spouses are ultimately better off going their separate ways. When a couple decides to divorce there are number of matters that must be sorted out. For couples with minor-aged children, matters related to child custody often trigger strong emotions and can quickly turn contentious. A parent who files for sole custody of a child often does so … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: Children, custody, emotions, joint custody, sole custody

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