Spousal support, also known as alimony, helps a lower-earning spouse maintain financial stability after a divorce. However, spousal support can become more complex when one or both spouses are self-employed. Self-employment can make it harder to determine true...
Month: May 2025
How California’s domestic violence restraining orders work
Domestic violence restraining orders aim to protect people from abuse or threats from someone close to them. In California, these orders help stop further harm by setting legal boundaries. If someone feels unsafe due to a partner, spouse, or family member’s actions,...
How do California courts define “unfit” parents?
When you're in a custody dispute during divorce, the court’s focus stays on what’s best for your child. One major concern is whether either parent might be considered “unfit.” That label isn’t handed out lightly, but if it applies, it can change custody outcomes...
How moving out of the family home can affect your divorce
Divorce often brings tough decisions, and one of the biggest is whether to move out of the family home before the divorce is final. This choice can affect your case in more ways than you might expect. If you're thinking about leaving the home, consider how that move...

