Whether trying to get through emotional outbursts or dealing with the silent treatment, those who are going through a divorce often need to push past their frustrations to deal with the logistics of the legal process. There are various tools to help you get through this process, from legal counsel to support groups, but sometimes the best tool is knowledge. Having a basic understanding of the divorce process can help you gain a feeling of control. When you know what is happening, you can better prepare and are more likely to make a case that protects your future interests. As such, it is helpf ..read more

After a divorce co-parents generally cooperate to make decisions about important matters regarding their children. However, some parents may wonder if they have the legal right to make such choices on their own. For instance, there may be circumstances where one parent has to make a medical decision suddenly or the parents cannot agree on the course of action. Courts grant the right to make these decisions via legal custody. Legal custody Physical custody refers to where children physically reside. Legal custody is different. It is the ability to make key decisions about their lives. Sole lega ..read more

Divorce is a challenging process, and it becomes even more difficult when one party refuses to communicate or cooperate. This behavior, known as stonewalling, can exacerbate emotional stress and complicate the divorce proceedings. If your ex-spouse is stonewalling during your divorce, there are several strategies you can employ to navigate this situation effectively. Keep emotions under control Stonewalling is a behavior that can provoke strong emotional responses. It is important to stay calm and composed. Reacting impulsively or aggressively can escalate the situation and potentially harm yo ..read more

Though many people in Wilmington turn to horoscopes and psychics to try to predict the future, nothing has been proven to know what will happen before it happens. Still, when somebody experiences a major life event, other people often can point to signs that the event was bound to happen. This tends to be true when it comes to divorce. Some divorces seem to come out of nowhere for the couple’s friends and loved ones. But most of the time, there were clues that the marriage was in trouble, even if the spouses did not realize it themselves at first. According to TODAY, there are four relationshi ..read more

Property division can be a contentious and stressful aspect of divorce. If you and your spouse can not agree on how to split up marital assets, a judge must decide for you. Although Delaware has laws that define marital and separate property, the distinction may not be as clear as you think. What are separate and marital property? Generally, separate property consists of assets acquired before marriage with the exception of jointly-titled property, such as a house you and your partner bought together before marrying. Marital property is property acquired during your marriage, with the followin ..read more

Drunk driving is against the law. It is similarly forbidden to do drugs and get behind the wheel. Inebriated drivers are always more prone to having accidents. Less understood are the consequences of having a DUI on your record. A desire to avoid them should be enough to make would-be violators alter their behavior. Loss of job opportunities A conviction of driving under the influence may hamper your employment prospects. Nowadays, human resources departments perform background checks on applicants. Recruiters use any excuse to throw a resume in the trash. Your current employer might discover ..read more

If a child support order was part of your divorce, a judge may have taken many factors into account when settling on payment amounts. In addition to your income and your spouse’s income, the court likely considered your children’s specific needs and how you share parenting responsibilities. However, these factors are likely to change as your children grow older. As in other states, in Delaware, you may be able to modify support amounts if your personal circumstances have changed significantly. 1. When is modification possible? In general, Delaware family courts are willing to review petitions ..read more

Getting arrested for driving under the influence can be a devastating experience. If you are facing a DUI, you can expect to receive stiff fines, mandated alcohol education courses, possible jail time, and even the possibility of getting your license taken away. Here are some things to do after receiving a DUI. Note your court date After a DUI arrest, note the date that you are to appear in court for the charge. If you forget to appear in court during your scheduled time, it will appear as though you are not taking the offense seriously. Request time off work and reschedule any other obligatio ..read more

If you are looking to divorce your spouse, you may find that the process is long and arduous. For one, you and your spouse must endure at least six months of separation before starting the official process in Delaware. Then you have to hope that the court is not backed up with other proceedings, as it can take around three months to finalize everything. However, divorce does not have to slog along and bother you forever. There are some courses of action you can take to get the process out of the way sooner. Cooperation There may be some terms and conditions of your divorce that you would like ..read more

In an ideal world, when a person gets a driving under the influence conviction, that person learns their lesson and never repeats that mistake. In the real world, about one-third of all drivers arrested for DUI are repeat offenders. In the state of Delaware, the penalties for repeat DUIs are more severe than for a first-time conviction. Penalties for a second DUI conviction A person convicted of a second DUI offense in Delaware faces a fine of $750 to $2,500 and a prison sentence of 60 days to 18 months. Additionally, the DMV may suspend the offender’s license for a length of time that varies ..read more