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16 Dec '16
Around the holidays, parents have to navigate how the children are going to spend time with each of them. From Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day, there are a lot of dates and vacation time to determine. Ideally, the parents will already have a specific written court order in place for the holidays in their agreement […]
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If you are about to be involved in a grandparent visitation case, the following is a brief overview of what to expect. You would want to discuss all this with your attorney. Ideally, the parties involved will be able to sit down and negotiate a resolution that it is in the grandchild’s best interest. If […]
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Recently, a wife and mother was set to leave her husband and move with her three children into a new home. Her estranged husband was to help her move belongings out. The couple had problems, some of which had led to police calls, but no charges or arrests. Before she could move out, however, he […]
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FAULT While Kentucky is a ‘no fault” state, there is one situation in which, despite that fact, the Court can look at fault, not to determine IF an award will be made but as to the amount. The Court can look at the fault of the potential recipient of maintenance. This could include the scenario […]
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20 May '16
In recent years, the ways people can share information has grown. It is so easy to send emails, post comments or photos on Facebook or Instagram. Parties must be very careful about what they say and what they post, especially when there are children involved. When it comes to social media accounts like Facebook, sometimes […]
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11 May '16
In general, under Kentucky law, child support is based on the gross incomes of both parents and the guidelines contained on the child support chart. KRS 403.212 Maintenance. If one of the parties is receiving maintenance, that can also affect the amount of child support paid. Prior born children. Support paid for prior born children […]
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26 Apr '16
There are numerous legal issues that unmarried couple face, all of which should be discussed with a knowledgeable attorney. The following are just some of the issues to be aware of: Unmarried couples who have children together and separate face many of the same issues as couples who are divorcing. These issues include custody, timesharing […]
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26 Apr '16
One of the main concerns parents have when divorcing or breaking up (if an unmarried couple) is what will happen to their children. Parents will want to discuss their options with an experienced family law attorney. The following are basic terms to be aware of. Child Custody. Child custody is about decision-making. We are talking […]
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13 Apr '16
In general, mediation is less costly, both financially and emotionally, than going to trial. The parties retain control over the result and, to a certain extent, the cost. This creates powerful reasons to try the process. Mediation can be used in nearly any time of case, including all aspects of family law, probate matters and […]
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13 Apr '16
The following are just a few possible questions to ask as you choose a mediator. If you are working with an attorney, you will make this decision together with your attorney. Most mediators are attorneys. An attorney has the obvious advantage of familiarity with the legal process: motions, orders, legal terms, etc. It is also […]
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