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Children in a divorcing family in Rhode Island face the challenges of feeling abandoned, confused, and alone. It may be difficult for a child to comprehend why their parents are separating or divorcing. They can feel like they are responsible for the divorce....
One of the most important aspects of getting a divorce is settling on an alimony agreement. Unfortunately, failing to understand how alimony works can result in an unfair agreement, and that's why you need to keep these issues in mind. The meaning of alimony Alimony,...
Getting a divorce can create financial anxiety in many people, especially if make more money than your ex-spouse. Most divorces in Rhode Island only award alimony on a temporary basis. When does Rhode Island grant temporary alimony? In most cases, alimony awarded by a...
Custody battles are among the most unfortunate part of some Rhode Island family law disputes. Depending on the circumstances of your marriage or relationship, the court may award either parent sole physical custody of your children. But, this may just be as bad as it...
Divorce is a difficult process for couples, but it can be especially tough on children. There are many ways that divorce can affect your children, both in the short- and long-term. It causes feelings of confusion and uncertainty When you divorce, your children's world...
In Rhode Island, many parents are single, separated or divorced. Therefore, the state regulations regarding child custody and visitation are the same. When a child's custody is questioned, the court must decide which is the most suitable parent. Parents’ custody...
After a divorce decree is finalized by the court, the terms go into effect. Those terms may include child custody arrangements based on agreed-upon parenting plans. Ex-spouses in Rhode Island may carry some ill feelings long after the marriage ends, and some...
Unfortunately, not every marriage can stand the test of time. If you're going through a divorce in Rhode Island, it's good to know about how custody and visitations work. With that in mind, here's more information about the main types of custody and visitation...
In Rhode Island, one of the ways to define property ownership is called tenancy by the entirety. This is a special legal arrangement for married couples so that they can jointly own property in a way that allows them to maintain control of it if one of them passes...
Divorcing when you are over 50 in Rhode Island comes with unique challenges you wouldn't normally expect for younger couples. The emotional and financial toll it takes can be challenging to deal with, but one must find a way to tackle through so that they can come out...
