| March 11, 2010 |
| Montel Williams at Center of Child Custody Dispute |
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| A well-known TV personality is involved in a legal dispute…with his own children! Montel Williams, best known for his daytime talk show “The Montel Williams Show”, is being asked to step up to the plate by his own children. Although Williams is ... |
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| March 10, 2010 |
| Bill Protects Military Members Involved in Child Custody Cases |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| U.S. Rep. Mike Turner wants to protect military men and women who are asked to put their lives on hold to fight for this county. His new bill, HR 4469, offers protection to deployed military members in regards to child custody . As the ... |
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| March 09, 2010 |
| Types of Marital Contracts |
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| At the Law Office of Michael R. Young we have experience drafting a variety of different martial contracts. If you are interested in drafting a marital contract or agreement in an effort to protect your rights, please feel free to contact the office ... |
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| March 05, 2010 |
| Tips For Getting Through a Divorce |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Divorce is an extremely difficult experience for many people. It is believed that only the death of a spouse is more emotionally stressful than divorce. Feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression are commonly associated with divorce, and a study in ... |
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| March 04, 2010 |
| Benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution |
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| Once you and your spouse have made the decision to file for divorce , you should take a moment to speak with an attorney at the Law Office of Michael R. Young about alternative dispute resolution (ADR). If you and your spouse are able to put aside ... |
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| March 02, 2010 |
| Child Support Mix-up – It Can Happen to You! |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| State child support agencies crack down hard on people who fall behind on their child support payments, and will not hesitate to take whatever measures are necessary to recover past-due support. Garnishing wages, revoking driving privileges, and ... |
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| February 26, 2010 |
| San Bernardino County Collects Over $150 Million Despite Tough Economy |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| The San Bernardino County Child Support Services was successful yet again in its child support collection efforts. Until two years ago, the department saw a decline in the amount of support it collected. But now, despite the poor economy and the ... |
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| February 24, 2010 |
| Protect Yourself With a Martial Trust |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| It’s important for all married people to ensure their property rights and wishes in regards to property division, alimony, child custody and child support are protected. And while filing a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is a good way to protect ... |
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| February 22, 2010 |
| AZ Legislature Considers Adoption Bill That Favors Married Couples |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| The Arizona House recently passed a bill that gives preference to married couples over single parents in regards to state-sponsored adoptions. Under the state’s current adoption laws, any adult resident, regardless of his or her marital status, is ... |
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| February 19, 2010 |
| Woman Charged with Domestic Violence |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| An Ohio woman has been charged with domestic violence after being accused of assaulting a woman in her home. According to the Springfield Police Division, Judith Lippott threw coffee on the victim and then pushed her to the floor. This case is ... |
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| February 18, 2010 |
| Beyoncé’s Father Ordered to Pay Child Support to Mistress |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| There’s been a development in the paternity case involving superstar Beyoncé’s father. Last week we blogged about how Matthew Knowles’ alleged mistress asked him to take a DNA test, which he agreed to do. This week a judge ordered Knowles to begin ... |
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| February 17, 2010 |
| Texas Atty General Denies Lesbian Couple Divorce |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Two women who married in Massachusetts but later relocated to Texas will not be allowed to divorce in Texas, in large part due to the efforts of Attorney General Greg Abbott. Because Texas does not recognize or legalize same-sex marriage, Abbot says ... |
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| February 16, 2010 |
| House Approves Measure to Use Casino Winnings for Child Support Debt |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Members of an Indiana house panel approved a measure that requires casinos in all areas of the state to check a database of people who owe back child support before cashing out a patron’s winnings. If a patron wins money at the casino and their name ... |
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| February 15, 2010 |
| Things Heat Up in Custody Fight Over Religion |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Things are getting ugly between a divorced couple in Chicago fighting over what religion to raise their daughter in. Rebecca Reyes served her ex-husband, Joseph Reyes, with a temporary restraining order after Joseph sent a picture of their ... |
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| February 12, 2010 |
| Traits of a Violent or Abusive Person |
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| There is no way to tell whether someone is abusive or violent while behind the comfort of closed doors. People you think would never hit a woman, harm a child, or manipulate a loved one are usually very good at masking their true colors. In front of ... |
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| February 11, 2010 |
| Beyoncé’s Father Asked to Take Paternity Test |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Matthew Knowles, the father of Grammy-winning superstar Beyoncé, is at the center of a paternity dispute after a woman stepped forward claiming he is the father of her newborn son. Alexsandra Wright is claiming she got pregnant during her 18-month ... |
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| February 10, 2010 |
| Marriage Rights & Benefits |
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| One of the best things about marriage is the rights and benefits awarded to each spouse by the state. Under California law, every couple that enters into marriage will be awarded the following: Rights: The right to joint financing The right to file ... |
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| February 09, 2010 |
| Supported Your Spouse Through College…But Now Getting a Divorce? |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Here’s an interesting story out of Utah: The Utah Supreme Court recently ruled that a divorceé has the right to sue her ex-husband for financial reimbursement after she financially supported him through college in exchange for a higher standard of ... |
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| February 08, 2010 |
| Hugh Hefner Getting a Divorce? |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| The rumor around Los Angeles is that America’s most famous bachelor is getting a divorce . Hugh Hefner, the founder of Playboy Magazine, is allegedly divorcing his second wife Kimberly Conrad. Most people didn’t even know Hefner was still married, ... |
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| February 05, 2010 |
| U.S. Asks Japan to Resolve International Child Custody Issue |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Ambassadors from the U.S. and several other countries are urging Japan to reconsider their current child custody laws and sign a global treaty on international child abductions. Under Japan’s current laws, only one parent is awarded custody in a ... |
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| February 04, 2010 |
| Divorce Mediation v. Litigation |
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| When a couple decides to file for divorce their divorce will either be settled through mediation or litigation. Mediation is by far the more prefered option when trying to settle a divorce. During mediation, a couple meets with a neutral mediator ... |
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| February 03, 2010 |
| Don’t Want to Get Married? Protect Yourself Anyway! |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Perhaps it’s the high divorce rate, perhaps it’s nothing more than a lifestyle choice, but more and more people in today’s society are electing not to get married. That doesn’t mean people aren’t involved in committed, long-term, and loving ... |
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| February 02, 2010 |
| Interesting Study About Divorce and College Education |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| It seems as if every day a new study or report comes out about the U.S. divorce rate and reasons why people are or are not filing for divorce. A new study by economists Betsey Stevenson and Adam Isen from the Wharton School at the University of ... |
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| February 01, 2010 |
| Elizabeth & John Edwards Legally Separate |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Two-time presidential candidate John Edwards and his wife Elizabeth Edwards have filed for legal separation . The separation doesn’t really come as a shock, considering John’s affair with videographer Rielle Hunter made national headlines, as did a ... |
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| January 29, 2010 |
| Collaborative Divorce |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Just because you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, does not mean you cannot try to settle your divorce in an amicable fashion. Collaborative divorce provides a forum for spouses who want to work together to resolve the various ... |
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| January 28, 2010 |
| Bristol Palin Seeks Child Support |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Bristol Palin, the oldest daughter of ex Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin, is seeking child support from her ex-fiancé, Levi Johnston. Court documents show Palin asking for $1,750 a month for their 19-month-old son Tripp. Palin is also ... |
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| January 27, 2010 |
| Different Types of Alimony |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| During a divorce one spouse might be ordered to make financial support payments to the other spouse, referred to as alimony or spousal support . There are several different alimony arrangements that can be applied, including: Temporary Alimony : ... |
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| January 26, 2010 |
| Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Rumored to Be Separating |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| There have been several reports that movie-star couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are separating. Although the couple is not legally married, it is rumored the pair has already signed the paperwork for a $366 million dollar split. Since the couple ... |
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| January 25, 2010 |
| Signs of Domestic Violence |
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| Domestic violence continues to haunt millions of people throughout the United States every day, and unfortunately it continues to go unreported. Many victims of domestic violence never report the violence and abuse, usually because they are afraid ... |
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| January 22, 2010 |
| Protecting Your Business in Case of Divorce |
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| Are you a business owner? If so, you have a lot more to lose during a divorce than just your marriage. According to a research study conducted by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual), 60 percent of business owners have no plans ... |
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| January 21, 2010 |
| What is a Cohabitation Agreement? |
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| When a couple is not married, a cohabitation agreement should be created. Simply put, a cohabitation agreement defines property rights and the roles and responsibilities of each party in a relationship. There are several benefits of creating a ... |
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| January 20, 2010 |
| Types of Adoption |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Adoption is a truly rewarding experience for individuals and couples who wish to expand their family. If you are interested in learning more about adoption, you should consider speaking with an experienced adoption lawyer sooner rather than later. ... |
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| January 19, 2010 |
| U.S. Divorce Rates Declining, One Article Says |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| It seems as if every day there is some news story, study, or statistic claiming the divorce rate in the United States is on the rise. In contrast to this trend, one news outlet is reporting that more and more marriages are making it past their 10 th ... |
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| January 18, 2010 |
| Interesting Child Custody Case out of Santa Cruz |
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| A child custody case out of Santa Cruz, California is shedding light on what could be a major issue for gay and lesbian couples who have children together. Kim T. Smith is suing her former partner, Maggie Quale, for joint custody of their twin boys. ... |
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| January 15, 2010 |
| Can I Change a Prenuptial Agreement? |
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| Life happens, things change, and what you considered important at the time your prenuptial agreement was created may no longer be relevant. Other times there are new circumstances that need to be accounted for in the prenuptial agreement. Perhaps ... |
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| January 14, 2010 |
| Why Hire a Child Law Attorney? |
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| Any time children are involved in a divorce or separation it is best to consult an attorney who has experience in child law. The Law Office of Michael R. Young has experience in multiple areas of child law, including: Child custody & visitation ... |
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| January 13, 2010 |
| What is Divorce Mediation? |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Have you and your spouse decided to file for divorce ? If so you, you may want to consider mediation as an alternative to divorce. During mediation, the parties in a divorce meet with a mediator whose job it is to assist them in reaching decisions ... |
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| January 12, 2010 |
| Different Types of Custody Arrangements |
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| When children are involved, one of the most important issues to resolve during a divorce is child custody and visitation . Below are some brief descriptions detailing the different types of custody arrangements that can be applied: Physical Custody ... |
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| January 11, 2010 |
| Public Marriage License v. Confidential Marriage License |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| If you are planning to get married, you will need to decide whether you’d like to apply for a public marriage license or a confidential marriage license. Public Marriage Licenses Benefits of a public marriage license include: It is easy to access ... |
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| January 07, 2010 |
| Marriage Recognition and Family Protection Act |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| The Marriage Recognition and Family Protection Act, a law signed by Governor Schwarzenegger in October, went into effect last week. Under the act, California will now fully recognize same-sex marriages performed in other states prior to November 5, ... |
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| January 06, 2010 |
| Tips for Avoiding Conflict During Divorce |
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| If you and your spouse have decided to file for divorce , you should do your best to minimize conflict during the divorce process , especially if children are involved. Countless studies have shown that when parents fight and argue during a divorce, ... |
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| January 05, 2010 |
| Child Support & The Passport Denial Program |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| The Passport Denial Program is a federal program designed to enforce delinquent child support payments. When a person is ordered by the court to pay child support, and he or she fails to comply the court order, he or she may be denied a passport. ... |
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| January 04, 2010 |
| Enforcing a Court Order |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| If you are divorced or legally separated, the judge will have issued a variety of court orders before your divorce or separation was finalized. This might include a child support order, a child custody order, a visitation order, a spousal support ... |
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| January 01, 2010 |
| Case Sheds Light on Major Paternity Issue |
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| A case out of Pennsylvania is shedding light on a major issue involving paternity and a man’s responsibility to pay child support . The case centers around Mike. When Mike’s daughter was 2-years-old he found out his wife was having an affair with ... |
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| December 31, 2009 |
| Requirements for a Marriage License in California |
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| In order to obtain a marriage license in the state of California, you must meet the following requirements: Marriage licenses will only be granted to an unmarried man and an unmarried woman. Show proof of your age . This can be done with a valid ... |
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| December 30, 2009 |
| What is Parental Alienation? |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Parental Alienation is a type of behavior in which a parent interferes with a child’s relationship to his or her other parent. Parental alienation is usually intentional, and typically arises in contested divorces or separations. The parent trying ... |
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| December 29, 2009 |
| Facebook & Divorce |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| According to an article published in The Telegraph , a London newspaper, a rising number of divorces are being blamed on Facebook, the popular social networking site. In the article, divorce attorneys claim that the website tempts people to cheat on ... |
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| December 28, 2009 |
| Charlie Sheen Arrested for Domestic Violence |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Actor Charlie Sheen was arrested on domestic violence charges on Friday. Sheen was vacationing with his wife Brooke Mueller in Aspen, Colorado when the incident took place. Mueller allegedly called police Friday morning after she and Sheen got into ... |
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| December 25, 2009 |
| Domestic Violence – Men Can Be Victims Too |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| Domestic violence is typically talked about as an injustice committed against women and children. While there are thousands of innocent woman and children who fall victim to domestic violence every year, it is important to realize that men can be ... |
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| December 24, 2009 |
| Modifying Spousal Support |
| Posted By Law Office of Michael R. Young |
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| After a divorce , an individual who was ordered to pay spousal support can seek to modify the spousal support arrangement under certain circumstances. Generally, the individual will need to prove there has been a significant change in circumstances ... |
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