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When parents are raising children while no longer involved in a relationship, child support payments will often be a part of the situation. Whether a mother or a father is paying child support, parents in Rhode Island should understand the basics of child support....
There was a time when nonworking spouses in Rhode Island and around the country could expect to receive alimony for prolonged periods or even permanently after a divorce, but this type is rarely awarded today. Instead, spousal support is usually awarded for as long as...
Rhode Island families deal with co-parenting their minor children. Divorce might make co-parenting schedules more complicated. Sudden changes like school closures or delays can wreak havoc on plans. Fortunately, workable solutions can help divorced parents work...
Gray divorce is the nickname for when couples split up past the age of 50, and it's only growing more commonplace. This means there are more people than ever dealing with this unique type of situation in Rhode Island. Experts estimate a tripling of the current rate of...
No one in Rhode Island enters a marriage expecting it to end in divorce. Still, unfortunately, many couples find themselves embroiled in conflict and struggling to stay together. While the emotional toll of divorce is well-documented, new research has found that the...
Rhode Island law follows the best interests of the child standard when determining child custody arrangements. The courts will consider the child's physical, emotional, and social needs when deciding on custody. In cases where one or both parents have mental health...
Several factors are typically evaluated by Rhode Island courts when reviewing child custody cases. A judge will likely consider your parenting style when deciding if you should have custody or visitation rights. There are four main parenting styles for raising...
Parenting is hard enough on its own, but when you add in co-parenting, it can be a real challenge. If you are planning to co-parent successfully, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind. Communication is key Communication is essential in any relationship,...
When parents are going through a divorce in Rhode Island and there are children involved, there often arise questions about the operation of child custody laws. Broadly speaking, child custody breaks down into two important categories: legal custody and physical...
If you and your spouse own a Rhode Island medical practice together, you will need to take some extra steps to make sure that the divorce goes as smoothly as possible. Trying to split up a business can be difficult, but you can do it if you're both willing to work...
