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Restraining Order against Painter's Girlfriend to be Reviewed

Riverside Family Lawyer — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:50:00 GMT

Recently, a restraining order was requested by the wife of a late painter against his live-in girlfriend. Shortly after Thomas Kinkade passed away, his wife learned that his girlfriend had already spoken with reporters about his death. This constituted a breach of the confidentiality agreement that Amy Pinto-Walsh signed last year. The company that sold and managed Kinkade's artwork, Windermere Holdings, has also been monitoring Pinto-Walsh's actions. When they learned that she spoke with reporters the morning following his death, their attorneys got to work immediately.

A judge heard the arguments for a restraining order and granted a temporary two-week order that will end in May. At that time, the judge will reconsider how best to approach the situation. Kinkade passed away last month at his home in Santa Clara County. He was 54 years old at the time. Although the terms of his death have not been disclosed to the public just yet, his brother told news sources he believes that Kinkade may have reverted back to alcoholism. If you are in need of an immediate restraining order, a Riverside family lawyer may be of great assistance to you. To learn how an attorney can help, contact the Law Office of Michael Young now!

Talking to Children About Divorce

Riverside Family Lawyer — Wed, 16 May 2012 02:30:00 GMT

When it comes to talking to your children about your divorce, there may be no harder conversation that you will have. Being prepared for this important discussion will not only make it easier for your children, but for you and your spouse as well. However, there are certain tips to keep in mind while sitting down with your children. Although your emotions are likely to be running high, do not talk to your child about who is to blame for the divorce. Even if you are angry at your spouse, you must show your children that you respect that person and they should too.

Never ask your children to take sides, a situation which is not uncommon. Remember, it is better to serve as a united front when discussing the divorce with your children to protect their mental well-being later on in life. Finally, make sure that your children understand that they are not to blame for your divorce. Many children will believe this until they have been told otherwise by one or both parents. Have questions about your divorce or legal separation? Get answers from a knowledgeable Riverside family law attorney today by contacting the Law Office of Michael Young.

New Bill to Help Military Members during Child Custody Matters

Riverside Family Lawyer — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:30:00 GMT

Thanks to the efforts of one state's senator, a new bill has been passed into law that will help deployed parents. Whereas some judges would not give primary custody to a parent that was often deployed, the new bill will give military parents more power when it comes to requesting child custody. Senator Lisa Baker fought for the legislation after speaking with some of her constituents. Two grandparents were unable to see their grandchild for months since the child's father had been deployed to Iraq. Thanks to the new bill, a service member that is going to be deployed can request a temporary order of child custody.

This order can be assigned to a member of the service member's family while he or she is away on duty. The legislation goes on even further to help deployed parents. For example, if the parent is already deployed, he or she can utilize electronic means to testify, such as by phone or videoconference. Do you need help resolving a child custody matter in California? If so, contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to get immediate help from a Riverside family lawyer from our team.

Former Yahoo! President Concludes Divorce Proceedings

Riverside Family Lawyer — Thu, 10 May 2012 01:30:00 GMT

The divorce between a former president of Yahoo! and her husband appears to be reaching an end. After filing papers in 2007, the two have been fighting over the terms of their divorce until present. S.D., 49, filed for divorce in 2007, the same year that she was promoted to president of the large internet company. Although they are not media celebrities, they are well-known in the small world of Silicon Valley. Since their papers were filed, there have been multiple rumors thrown around, including allegations of infidelity, spying and drug use. Just two years after she was promoted, S.D. resigned after scandals rocked her work environment as well.

Last week, a California judge finally approved the terms of their divorce settlement. The two had over $71 million in stocks, cash, and real estate investments that were subjected to property division by the court. Are you going through a divorce in California? Do you want to know what to expect throughout your proceedings? If so, contact the Law Office of Michael Young now to get immediate help from a Riverside family lawyer from our team.

Congressman Challenges Child Support Allegations

Riverside Family Lawyer — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

A congressman in the state of Illinois received some unwanted media coverage last month. His ex-wife filed a lawsuit against him, claiming that he was a "deadbeat dad" and that he had failed to make several child support payments. A judge reviewed the terms of the lawsuit filed by Laura Walsh, the former wife of Congressman Joe Walsh, last week. After his review, the lawsuit was thrown out by the judge who stated that the couple had decided to work together to reach a resolution.

Last month Laura made several allegations against her ex-husband, including non-payment of child support totaling $117,000. The congressman worked hard to dispel these rumors, claiming that there was a misunderstanding and that he was certainly on schedule with all of his payments. The two have reportedly reached a settlement regarding the terms of the child support payments. At this time, neither party is revealing further information to the public. Are you owed past due child support payments? Take the time to contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to speak with a Riverside family law attorney that can inform you of the legal measures you can take to seek the payments you are owed.

Murder-Suicide Occurs after Wife was Denied Restraining Order

Riverside Family Lawyer — Mon, 07 May 2012 22:10:00 GMT

A community is discussing the murder-suicide that took place less than a week after an estranged wife was denied a restraining order. Despite multiple charges filed against the husband, who shot himself and his wife, he was never arrested. There are several local authorities that are now claiming that more should have been done to protect the victim. Over the past year alone, police have five incidents on record in which domestic violence calls were lodged against the shooter, K.C. In one case, he is alleged to have shoved K.C.'s daughter from a previous marriage. When K.C. finally approached a judge requesting a restraining order, she was denied based on a police report.

According to the report, her husband denied grabbing her earlier in the day, prompting her to seek an emergency restraining order. The shooting took place last week outside of the victim's divorce attorney's office. Are you in need of a restraining order in the state of California? Contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to get immediate assistance from a Riverside family law attorney that can help you obtain your order expediently so you remain safe from harm.

Father Gets Court to Send Kids Back to the U.S.

Riverside Family Lawyer — Wed, 02 May 2012 22:15:00 GMT

New sources say that a father has won the right to have his children come live with him. They are currently living with their mother in Israel, but have been ordered to return to the United States. According to the documents filed by G.S. earlier this year, a lower court judge had granted joint custody to both parents but also allowed the mother to move to Israel with their three children. Although the father entered a stay to keep his children in the country, a judge told him that his annual salary was not enough to support the children.

A court of appeals ruled that the trial court judge had "misapprehended the economic circumstances of the parties." At the time of the initial trial, the mother told the judge that she had several job offers making $7,000 per month. However, several months after living in Israel, she was making just $2,300 monthly. The father was able to bring this fact to the court's attention and have the child custody decision changed so his children were returned to the U.S. If you are in the midst of a child custody battle that is preventing you from seeing your kids, take the time to contact the Law Office of Michael Young today so you have the opportunity to speak with an experienced Riverside family lawyer who can help you seek changes to the terms of your custody arrangement.

DNA Test Releases Man of Child Support Obligations

Riverside Family Lawyer — Wed, 02 May 2012 00:10:00 GMT

With the advent of advanced DNA testing, hundreds of inmates have been released from jail in the state of Texas. This same technique is being used for delinquent dads who are not actually the fathers of the children for whom they are supposed to pay child support. One such man had been behind bars for several months when he received both good and bad news. While he was not the biological parent of a child he was told he had fathered, he could no longer be held responsible for the child support payments he had been delinquent on. B.W. was jailed in Tarrant County for being behind $50,000 in child support payments.

The woman who claimed to be the mother of his child turned out to be mistaken. Whether she knew about the mistake or not, it cost B.W. several months of his freedom. His attorney was able to obtain a paternity kit and established that his client was not the biological parent of the child in question which eventually led to B.W. being released from jail. If you are being asked to pay child support and are unsure whether or not you are a biological father, contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to discuss what options you have by consulting a Riverside family lawyer.

New Bill May Make Divorces in Alabama Harder

Riverside Family Lawyer — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:40:00 GMT

A new bill up for review in Alabama could change the way that couples get divorced in the state. If couples opt for the new option being proposed by the bill, getting a divorce would be more complicated in the future. The bill, sponsored by Sen. P.W., was written with the intention of securing the family unit. In order to ensure that couples do not obtain divorces as rapidly as they have been over the past decade, especially in Alabama, it is important to try and establish laws that will make divorce more complicated.

If couples enter into a "covenant marriage", according to the new bill, they will be required to undergo counseling. The same goes if they decide to seek a divorce. Without counseling on both ends, the couple will find themselves having a difficult time having their divorce approved. Alabama currently has the fourth highest divorce rate in the country. If you plan to go through a divorce in California, take the time to discuss your case with a Riverside family lawyer by contacting the Law Office of Michael Young now. By speaking with an attorney, you'll have a better understanding of what to expect as you terminate your marriage.

Divorce and Employment Benefits

Riverside Family Lawyer — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:20:00 GMT

If you are going through a divorce in the state of California and your spouse has long-term employment, he or she may have accumulated pension, retirement (401k) and/or profit sharing benefits. As you start the divorce process and the issue of property division arises, you may wonder if you are entitled to half of your spouse's benefits. According to California family law, you are entitled to half of the benfits your spouse earned throughout the length of your marriage. This is due to the fact that California is a community property state.

In a community property state, any assets, such as employment-related benefits, that are accumulated while two people are married are classified as "marital property". When two people divorce, their marital property is divided equally and all property that is classified as separate remains separate. However, marital property will not be divided equally if spouses have a valid pre or post nuptial agreement that specifies different property distribution terms. If you are wondering how your assets will be divided during your divorce, contact the Law Office of Michael Young today and set up a time to consult a Riverside family lawyer who can provide you with information.

Does Infidelity Impact Property Division?

Riverside Family Lawyer — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:30:00 GMT

Sometimes, married people in the state of California that are planning to file for divorce do so because of infidelity. While cheating can wreak havoc on a marriage and people may decide to divorce or go through a legal separation, it is important that spouses remember that California is a "no fault" state. This means that if spouses are filing for divorce due to infidelity, the divorce terms remain the same as they would if cheating was not a factor.

For example, many people who are dealing with infidelity assume that because cheating took place, the terms of the division of their property will be different. A wife may assume that because her husband cheated, she may get to keep more of their marital assets. However, that is not the case due to California being a "no fault" state where misbehavior is irrelevant to the outcome of matters such as property division and divorce settlements. Even in cases involving infidelity, the property will be divided per the state's laws. In California, a community property state, assets will be distributed equally during a divorce (unless a pre or post nuptial agreement states different). Have questions about divorcing in California? If so, contact the Law Office of Michael Young now and speak with a Riverside family lawyer from our team.

Questions to Ask a Potential Divorce Lawyer

Riverside Family Lawyer — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:05:00 GMT

When you are going through a divorce, you may have to deal with issues such as child custody, spousal support and also property division. These issues will impact your future and quality of life for years to come so they should always be given special consideration so you know what your needs and wants are. Once you have an idea of the terms you would like to establish post-divorce, it is wise to hire a Riverside family law attorney that can provide counsel and representation so your best interests remain a priority throughout the proceedings surrounding the termination of your marriage.

As you search for a family lawyer, you may want to ask several questions. First, does the attorney you are speaking with practice family law? You'll want a lawyer on your side that has vast experience in California's family laws. Second, who will be working on your case? Will it be the lawyer you are speaking with or a paralegal from the firm? You may want to have direct access to an attorney, so it is important to ask this question. Finally, what is the lawyer's strategy for your case? You'll want to make sure the strategy is something you agree and are comfortable with before hiring the attorney. To see how a lawyer from our firm can help you throughout your divorce case, contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to arrange your initial consultation.

Child Custody Argument Leads to Shooting

Riverside Family Lawyer — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:40:00 GMT

Police in the state of South Carolina have detained a man that shot and killed another over an alleged child custody dispute. One more man was left wounded after the argument regarding his child and his ex-girlfriend. The suspect, 19-year-old T.E., is wanted on several charges for an incident that took place in the city of North Charleston. He is believed to have shot and killed A.K., 21, as well as wounded another man. Both men are believed to have helped the suspect's ex-girlfriend by keeping the man's child away from him. It is for this reason that T.E. became enraged and started shooting the two victims.

An arrest warrant has been issued for T.E. for murder and three counts of attempted murder. At this time, police have yet to bring the suspect into custody. If you are fighting with your former spouse/partner over child custody, it is time to consider seeking legal counsel. Instead of taking matters into your own hands, work with a Riverside family law attorney from our team that can help you mediate through and resolve any conflicts. To enlist our assistance, contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to arrange your initial case evaluation.

Nadya Suleman Says She Finally Needed Public Assistance

Riverside Family Lawyer — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:30:00 GMT

A woman who once garnered national media coverage is now receiving food stamps. Nadya Suleman, known as the "Octomom," admitted this week that she is currently using food stamps to take care of her 14 children. Although she had previously vowed never to use public assistance, she admitted this week that she has been forced to accept financial help. Over the past few months she has taken in as much as $4,000 in food stamps to feed her 14 children. However, Suleman told a talk show host last week that she has several projects in the works that are expected to bring in more money so she can support her large family.

She recently starred in a horror movie and also has an online series entitled "Octomom TV." Suleman has been adamant about taking care of her children all on her own, not wanting to accept assistance from anyone. As a single mother of 14, Suleman told news sources that she has worked hard to ensure that all of her children have the essentials without receiving any child support. Are you in need of financial support so you can provide for your child? If so, contact the Law Office of Michael Young today to consult a Riverside family lawyer about filing for and possibly receiving child support payments.

Heidi Klum Files Divorce Petition

Riverside Family Lawyer — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:40:00 GMT

Although there were rumors of a reconciliation, Heidi Klum and husband Seal have decided to move forward with the termination of their marriage. Klum filed the divorce papers last week in a California court and is ready to move ahead with the split. The two were married for seven years before filing for divorce. They have four children together, ranging in age from 2 to 7 ½ years old. Klum listed "irreconcilable differences" on the divorce petition and has remained very quiet about the proceedings in the press. What is known due to the divorce petition is that Klum asked for joint legal custody.

When the couple first announced their separation earlier this year, Seal spoke publicly about his hope to reconcile with his wife. A few months later, however, Klum has confirmed the marriage had come to an end by filing the official divorce petition in Los Angeles, California. Do you intend to file for divorce? Are you wondering what measures you need to take to protect yourself as you end your marriage? Contact the Law Office of Michael Young now to set up a time to discuss your concerns with a knowledgeable Riverside family law attorney that can oversee your divorce proceedings.