Shoplifting is a major problem for many retailers, but it is one that they might not address by chasing after the person they believe is stealing. They are concerned about the possibility of facing legal action if they chase someone who actually wasn't shoplifting....
The months and years following two parents' divorce may not be an easy transition for both the parents and the children involved. Even when parents try to respect each other's rights and boundaries, learning how to share parenting responsibilities and privileges is...
Couples who divorce in Louisiana must divide their marital property equally, rather than equitably, according to our community property laws. For business owners, this can cause significant concerns.When one spouse in a couple owns a business, that business may count...
You don't want your divorce to be challenging, but despite your best efforts, it certainly is. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse do not get along, and it's a big problem. It seems like you can't go a day without fighting, and you don't even live together any longer.At...
Families have a way of growing unexpectedly. Between children and pets, you and your spouse may soon find yourselves responsible for a number of lives. Whether you adopted fur babies because you chose to remain childless or augmented your already full family with dogs...
When divorce comes knocking, having a prenuptial agreement can make the entire process much simpler and less contentious. That is, as long as the agreement holds up to scrutiny by each spouse and the court handling the divorce. Many prenuptial agreements contain...
With Thanksgiving already over and both Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year's Eve looming in the near future, the holiday season is officially underway. Many people look forward to family gatherings, as well as time off of work, traditional meals, gift exchanges and...
One of the most difficult things about coparenting a child after divorce or separation is respecting the other parent's rights to time with the child while keeping your own parenting rights secure. If you have a custody order, it outlines how you and your child's...
There is a fine line between enjoying alcohol and becoming dependent on it. You could drink day after day or even binge drink at a party without really having any kind of addiction or dependency issue. For other people, they can go weeks without drinking and still...
Divorce can be a complicated and challenging time for a family. There is an emotional toll it can take on both spouses, their children, extended family and close friends, and there are also significant financial considerations involved in ending a marriage.Since the...
