When you got married, it was likely with the idea that it would last the rest of your life. The reality is that while divorce in California is common, parenting is for a lifetime. If you have children and your spouse wants full custody, you may need to take steps that...
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How do Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies differ?
Once you find yourself struggling to stay atop your bills and finances in California, you may start sorting through your options and wondering whether bankruptcy might help give you a fresh start. Consumer bankruptcies fall into two main categories: Chapter 7...
What do you know about immigration scams?
You know how much time and energy it takes to become a permanent U.S. citizen. Of course, you want to do everything right, but you also want to be efficient. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services explains common immigration fraud. Know how to protect yourself and...
3 important estate planning steps
Estate planning can seem like a complicated task, but it does not have to be. In addition to writing a will and possibly setting up a trust depending on your circumstances, there are a few key steps you should consider in your estate plan. 1. Name an executor The...
How do you work together with the other parent?
Perhaps you and your ex did not end your marriage on a pleasant note. You two must still work together to raise your shared child, but the new relationship feels strained. Parents magazine offers tips for co-parenting when you have a rocky relationship with the other...
What are the cognitive signs of a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury often occurs as the result of a sudden blow to the head, such as during a car accident. There are usually wide-ranging symptoms, and the Mayo Clinic notes that cognitive symptoms may occur as well as physical ones. When this happens, changes...
How can you use bankruptcy to your advantage?
Bankruptcy often gets a bad rap mostly because people do not understand its benefits. Even though filing for bankruptcy is a significant financial decision with various outcomes, when you leverage it the right way, you can certainly use it to your advantage. Knowing...
Unmarried people have unique estate planning needs
Not everyone is in a marriage with two or three kids. Residents of San Diego and other areas of California may want to learn more about estate planning when it comes to those who are single. Certain documents may be a priority when or if the single person is unable to...
Does USCIS recognize LGBTQ marriages in family-based immigration?
If you are in a same-sex marriage and you want to sponsor your husband or wife for permanent residency in the United States, you may worry about whether USCIS recognizes LGTBQ relationships. Although the federal government has recognized marriage equality since 2015,...
Items for your estate planning checklist
Estate planning is best done sooner rather than later. California residents will want to be prepared in the event of death. If you aren't sure how your estate should be managed after your passing, then start with this estate planning checklist. Here are some general...