When parents decide to divorce, they often agree that it is a personal, family matter. While they must inform their children, and eventually their extended family and even their friends about their decision, they often think it is not anyone else’s business. However,...
It is common to experience a wide range of emotions when going through the process of ending a marriage. Guilt is one of the most pervasive emotions that parents deal with when they divorce, but they must be careful not to let guilt, or their response to it, determine...
When two individuals marry, it is a decision based on the love they share between the two of them. Similarly, the decision to end a marriage is also a decision between two spouses. That is why many people think that divorce is a matter between them and their spouse....
Nowadays, people of all ages use social media regularly. It is now one of the most common activities people participate in. While social media can be fun and convenient to use, it can also be problematic depending on what individuals post – especially if they are...
There is no doubt that one’s financial situation plays a large role in their divorce. After all, spouses must divide the property they shared during the marriage between them, including anything from their income to their savings accounts. Some experts believe that...
According to the Holmes-Rahe Stress Inventory, getting a divorce is one of the most stressful events that an individual could experience in their lifetime. This may not be a surprise to anyone considering a divorce. After all, getting a divorce can change several...
Financial matters are most often the biggest issues in a divorce. After all, Illinois law requires divorcing spouses to divide their marital assets equitably. The process of dividing that property can lead to significant disputes over who gets what – or how much. Both...
When parents decide to divorce, they suddenly face many uncertainties. What will their future look like? How will they divide custody of the kids? How will they divide all of their assets? Another common question that divorcing parents face is where they will live....
In a divorce, soon-to-be-ex-spouses commonly disagree over who gets what. Even if they initially agreed to end their marriage, it is common for couples to run into complicated disputes over all of the property they shared during the marriage. Nowadays, family pets are...
Some Illinois parents are excited to see their children begin their own adult life and move out of the house. Others might be sad to see them go. Regardless, when parents find themselves with an empty nest, they often experience a wide range of emotions. After all,...
