Control and manipulation: Attempts to control or manipulate the other person’s thoughts, feelings, or behaviors can erode trust and undermine the foundation of the relationship.… Read More When Love Clouds Perception

The Subtle Signs: At first glance, having a friend who is eager to participate in social gatherings may seem like a positive aspect of the relationship. However, there are subtle signs that may indicate their presence is becoming overly intrusive or dominating:… Read More Recognizing the Signs

Document Incidents of Misconduct: If there are allegations of infidelity, abuse, or other misconduct that may impact the divorce proceedings, gather evidence to support your claims. This could include photographs, witness statements, audio or video recordings, or other documentation of relevant incidents.… Read More Gathering Evidence

Factors Considered by the Court: When making financial orders in divorce cases, the court considers various factors, including:
The income, earning capacity, property, and financial resources of each spouse.
The financial needs, obligations, and responsibilities of each spouse, including any dependent children.
The standard of living enjoyed by the family before the breakdown of the marriage.
The age, health, and duration of the marriage.
Any contributions made by each spouse to the welfare of the family, including homemaking and caregiving responsibilities.
Any conduct of the parties that the court considers relevant, such as financial misconduct or dissipation of assets.… Read More What is a financial order?

Financial Provision: In addition to child arrangements, divorcing parents must also consider financial provision for their children. This may include child maintenance payments, which are calculated based on the non-resident parent’s income and the number of children requiring support. The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) can help parents calculate and manage child maintenance payments.… Read More Divorce and children