Man Wins Stake In Home After Long Separation

A Vancouver man has proven in court that he deserves half interest in a million dollar home, despite having separated from his wife forty-four years ago. The case of Johnston v. Johnston Estate, illustrates the importance of having a proper, and timely, separation agreement. David Johnston and his then wife,…

Divorce Risk Linked to Age

Is the ideal time to marry is between 25 and 32 years of age? A recent U.S. survey indicates the divorce risk is lowest for couples marrying in this age range. University of Utah Professor Nicholas Wolfinger posted his scientific results for divorce risk in the Blog of the Institute For Family…

Top 5 Myths About Child Custody

Top 5 Myths About Child Custody MYTH #1.  ” Mothers always get custody of the children.” TRUTH:  Shared Guardianship is the most common arrangement when the parents are separated.  This may not mean equal parenting time, but both parents will be involved in making major decisions for their children. MYTH #2….

Divorce Rate Higher for Online Couples

Divorce rate higher for online couples compared to those who met in person. An American study of 4002 respondents has found that the divorce rate for couples who met online was 4 times greater than those who met in person. The breakup rates for dating relationships was also higher for couples who…

Top 5 Myths About Child Custody

MYTH #1.  ” Mothers always get custody of the children.” TRUTH:  Joint Custody/Guardianship is the most common arrangement when the parents are separated.  This may not mean equal parenting time, but both parents will be involved in making major decisions for their children. MYTH #2.  “I have to fight to…

Top 10 Ways To Reduce Your Legal Bill

Top 10 Ways To Reduce Your Legal Bill

A woman’s journal is open and she has drawn a picture of a dollar sign, as she thinks about how she is going to afford her legal fees.