Many separating couples in Columbus, Ohio, have disagreements during their divorce proceedings. Tempers may flare up, especially when it comes time for a judge to determine alimony. In some cases, the alimony may be diminished because of something a spouse has done....
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Month: November 2011
Social media may play role in custody decision
A judge's recent request in a family court may leave some surprised. It came during a child custody dispute between the spouses who were working toward a divorce settlement. The husband alleged that his wife's Facebook account held several pieces of evidence that...
Frank McCourt to pay ex-wife $131 million
Frank McCourt, the former owner of a Major League Baseball team, has been working through the dissolution of his marriage for quite some time now. Along with the bankruptcy of his team, the man has been dealt a large financial blow. His High Asset divorce divided up...
Ten Cuyahoga County parents face prison time over unpaid child support
After a divorce, some parents in Westerville and the rest of Ohio may find themselves waiting a long time before receiving that first support check from their former spouse. In worst-case scenarios, the custodial parent may never receive a single check for child...
There are several ways to reach a child custody agreement
In Ohio, like in any other state, a divorce can be very difficult if both spouses are not on the same page. In some cases, a child custody battle may become part of the divorce proceedings. Because there are instances in which both parents want custody, it is best to...
Messy divorces can affect personal decision-making
Many who are ending their marriage in Ohio likely worry about how their spouses will react. Some are lucky enough to have a marriage that is ending amicably, but others, when filing for divorce, become stressed when thinking about the reaction the news will bring...