The hurdles that same-sex couples in Ohio have to overcome in today's society can be quite numerous. Even with the recently announced presidential support of gay marriage, homosexual individuals are still struggling with certain roadblocks. Same-sex custody matters often hold many of these hindrances.
Same-sex couple seeks to legitimize family through adoption
Childhood obesity could play part in custody determination
Childhood obesity has been a hot-button topic for some time now. According to statistics, approximately 17 percent of children ranging in age from 2 to 19 years in the U.S. are obese. That translates to roughly 12.5 million individuals. Reports show that the prevalence of childhood obesity has tripled since 1980. The complications of childhood obesity include an increased risk for liver problems, hypertension and diabetes. These health concerns are partly the reason why obesity has become part of custody determinations in some states.
International custody dispute may not end soon
After a father took his three children out of the country for his sister's wedding and failed to return, the man's former wife is fighting to see her children again. The move has garnered attention on the state and federal levels. He is now being charged with three counts of aggravated interference with parental custody, and the federal criminal complaint alleges that he used the wedding to deceive his ex-wife into letting him take the children.
Many assets become part of the marriage without notice
When getting married, many couples do not realize the financial implications. Some forget that the majority of personal finances will be shared unless otherwise noted in a prenuptial agreement. By focusing solely on the romantic side, many couples do not realize what they are in for.
Melissa Etheridge going through a heated divorce
Well-known singer Melissa Etheridge is currently going through a divorce with her partner, Tammy Lynn Etheridge. The two began dating in 2001 and were wed in September 2003.
