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Blog Posts in 2009

Requirements for a Marriage License in California

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 ...
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What is Parental Alienation?

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 ...
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Facebook & Divorce

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 ...
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Charlie Sheen Arrested for Domestic Violence

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 ...
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Domestic Violence – Men Can Be Victims Too

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 ...
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Modifying Spousal Support

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 ...
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California Domestic Partnerships

Domestic partnership is available to same-sex couples and heterosexual couples in which one person in the relationship is 62 years or older. The state established domestic partnerships so those ...
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What are the Grounds for Divorce in California?

If you are thinking of filing for divorce in Riverside , San Bernardino , or anywhere in the Inland Empire , it is important to understand the divorce requirements in California. No Fault State Unlike ...
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Creating a Prenuptial Agreement

If you are planning to get married, you should strongly consider drafting a prenuptial agreement . A prenuptial agreement is a type of marriage contract that lists each person’s property, as well as ...
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Establishing Paternity

When a child is born into a marriage it is presumed the husband is the father, and it is not necessary to sign a Declaration of Paternity. However, registered domestic partners and unmarried couples ...
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Domestic Violence and the Media

Lately it seems like domestic violence has become a popular topic in the media. The incident that took place in February between singers Chris Brown and Rihanna made national headlines, and continues ...
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What You Need to Know About an Annulment

Many unhappily married couples have contacted the Law Office of Michael R. Young to inquire about getting an annulment . After a couple is granted an annulment, the court will consider the marriage ...
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Marital v. Separate Property

During a divorce , it is important to determine which of your assets and debts are considered separate property and which are considered marital property. Because California is an equal distribution ...
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Cheating, Text Messaging & Divorce

Is text messaging the new lipstick on the collar? In the past, a cheating husband’s infidelity could be found by a lipstick stain on his collar. Other times, wives discovered undergarments wedged ...
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Modifying Child Support

Before a divorce is finalized, an agreement must be reached in regards to child support . Once a child support order has been finalized and enforced by the court, the parties involved must live up to ...
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Obtaining a Restraining Order

If you or someone love is a victim of domestic violence or abuse, an experienced Riverside domestic violence attorney at the Law Office of Michael R. Young can help you obtain a restraining order. A ...
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Divorce v. Legal Separation v. Annulment

If you and your spouse no longer wish to be married, there are three ways you can terminate the marriage. Divorce : Divorce is the dissolution of marriage. During a divorce, a couple will need to ...
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Types of Marital Contracts

If you are getting married or are involved in a committed, long-term relationship, you may want to consider drafting one of the following types of marital contracts: Prenuptial Agreement : a ...
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Benefits of an Uncontested Divorce

Needless to say, going through a divorce is never easy. A lot of emotions are involved, and both parties in a divorce may have conflicting options in regards to child custody , child support , ...
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Why Hire a Divorce or Family Law Attorney?

There are many advantages to working with an experienced attorney for any divorce or family law case. As a Riverside divorce lawyer with many years of experience, I will be the first one to tell you ...
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San Bernardino Child Support Services Receives Award

The San Bernardino County Department of Child Support Services has been honored with the Outstanding Program Award at the 2009 Child Support Training Conference and Expo in Garden Grove. The award, ...
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Divorce Among Military Personnel on the Rise

A new report indicates that divorce among U.S. military personnel is on the rise. The report combines statistics from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and the Air Force. In the last budget year, which ...
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The Child’s Best Interest?

For years judges, social workers, child protective agencies, and family psychologists have been interested in “the best interest of the child.” It is the standard they use for determining child ...
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Domestic Violence & Holiday Stress

Family violence experts say that holiday stress can lead to incidents of domestic violence and abuse, especially when a there is a history of domestic violence in the family. “There are definitely ...
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