When you look at the statistics, women file for divorce roughly 70% of the time. Technically, of course, either spouse is allowed to do so, but it is women who initiate the divorce proceedings in most cases. But why is this? You can certainly see some major trends....
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What if your spouse won’t respond to the divorce petition?
You and your spouse have not lived together for some time. At first, you thought it was just a temporary separation and that the two of you would reconcile. But the time apart has made you realize that you actually want to end the relationship and file for divorce....
3 things to remember about social media during a divorce
Social media in today’s society is just a part of everyday life. People post about things they do in their daily lives. Some focus only on the good, but others are an open book on the various platforms. For individuals who are going through a divorce, social media...
Can you tell if your spouse is hiding assets during divorce?
Cases of hidden assets during divorce are not uncommon. A spouse may do this to prevent some assets from being subject to property division, which, in turn, results in an unfair split of the community property. So, can you tell if your spouse is hiding assets? Is...
Does cheating impact divorce outcomes in Washington?
Emotions often run high during a divorce, especially if infidelity is involved. If your spouse cheated, you might wonder whether their actions will affect how things play out. Will it impact any aspects of your divorce? In Washington, the short answer is probably not...
Are arguments a predictor of divorce?
If you’re worried that your spouse may file for divorce, you may find yourself trying to predict when it’s going to happen. After all, it may be helpful for you to prepare in advance. Understanding that divorce is coming gives you a chance to prepare mentally and...
Who gets the student loan debt in a divorce?
Student loans are following people well into their adult years, and even people in their 40s (and sometimes beyond) have them hanging over their heads. What happens when one or both of you has student loan debt as your divorce? The answer may not be as simple as you...
Can your spouse make you move out during divorce?
You and your spouse have been living together for five years, ever since you got married. Perhaps you moved a long distance from your extended family so that your spouse could take a job. You don’t really have much community in the area, outside of a few coworkers...
3 reasons spouses may fight over their marital home during divorce
People often feel quite proud of home ownership. They may have worked hard to save enough money to afford a down payment. They may have invested a lot of time, effort and resources in repairing the property or modernizing it after their purchase. The equity they...
One age bracket still has a rising divorce rate
The divorce rate has been dropping in the United States for years, at least for most age groups. Part of this is because people now get married at a later age. Young marriages are more likely to end in divorce, but modern couples often get married in their late 20s or...