How can having a live-in partner hurt my chances of getting custody of my children?
If you are contemplating having your partner live with you, discuss your decision with your attorney first. If you are already living with your partner, let your attorney know right away so that the potential impact on any custody ruling can be assessed. Your living with someone who is not your
What to Do When the Beneficiary of Your Will Gets Seriously Hurt
It is something we all have to think about as we grow older, naming beneficiaries and planning our will. A beneficiary will be the one who inherits your estate and once all of the documents are complete, it is a sense of relief. Planning ahead is always a good thing,
How to Contest a Will
There are times when a will needs to be contested. It is difficult to do and is emotionally draining, not to mention can be very costly, both when it comes to money and time. But if you are looking to contest a will, these steps will help get the ball
The Most Important Documents During a Divorce
A divorce is usually a very complicated process. It can impact you legally, financially and emotionally. When working with a divorce lawyer to help you through the difficult divorce process, be prepared by having all of your ducks in a row by having all of your important documents ready for review. It
Dividing Property Assets During a Divorce
Going through the agonizing divorce process? Many decisions need to be made and dividing all property assets is one of these decisions. You might need to get the court involved, especially if you aren’t very knowledgeable about the process in the state of Louisiana. Louisiana Community Property Laws Under the Louisiana Community
What are the Signs of Nursing Home Neglect?
Nursing home negligence is happening more often and still many people aren’t educated enough about it. Did you know that they’re actually different types of neglect in nursing home to be aware of? Medical Neglect Medical neglect in a nursing home occurs when the facility fails to properly prevent any medical issues
When will you receive your child support?
Many clients ask how soon they can expect their child support payments to start arriving? A number of factors may affect the date on which you will begin receiving your child support. Here are the usual steps in the process: • A child support amount and start date for the support
Divorce & Identity Theft Concerns
Divorce is challenging in more way than one. It can bring a lot of issues and many hurdles you need to jump over, things like paying bills, child care and more. And even worse, some people involved in divorce can fall victim to identity theft. Make sure to take the
How Child Support is Calculated in Louisiana
Families that are going through a divorce are faced with many questions. And of one of the most common topics among parents is child support. Always Work With an Attorney When Dealing With Child Support in Louisiana The amount of child support in Louisiana is determined based on certain guidelines that have
Complexities Surrounding Military Retirement and Divorce
Getting a divorce is difficult and it can be even more complicated if you are in the military and retirement benefits are thrown into the mix. A military divorce is no different from any other divorce, but there are some special factors involved that plays a role in the case. Financial