When going through a divorce, the division of assets will be a key issue. Making sure that assets are divided fairly is crucial to ensure that you will be able to enjoy a comfortable life post-divorce. If you have been married for many years, it is likely that you and...
Divorce
Should you negotiate your divorce or settle in court?
Every divorce is different as illustrated by the option of either negotiating with your soon-to-be-ex or settling in court where a judge makes the decisions. There are drawbacks and benefits to each option. Here are four points to consider. Time investment In the...
Divorce and the family business: What are your options?
You and your spouse started the family business when your relationship was solid, but now that you are divorcing, the source of your income could unravel along with your relationship. Typically, spouses have three ways of dealing with a business in a divorce,...
Comparing the divorce rate in different states
When it comes to the end of a marriage, there are many factors that affect the divorce rate. For example, economic hardships brought on by unemployment cause many marriages to fail, while some married couples stay together during difficult times because of the costs...
Telling your child about your upcoming divorce
For parents in Kentucky, breaking news of divorce to your kids is not something to look forward to. How do you tell them? What do you leave out? Is there any way to help mitigate the emotional and mental distress they will go through? It is important to do what you...
Divorcing with a family pet
If you are like many people in Kentucky, you have a cat or a dog that you love and consider a dear member of your family. This can be a wonderful thing, but if you are married and you and your spouse make the decision to get a divorce, you must now wrestle with the...
How to balance divorce and bankruptcy together
For many married couples, financial challenges may contribute to excessive stress on their relationship and may even be a primary contributing factor that leads them to get divorced. If a couple's financial situation is severe enough to warrant the need to consider...
Does my spouse get half of the property after the divorce?
Kentucky divides property using its equitable distribution system, which means the divorce court may split up your assets based on fairness. If you created a prenuptial agreement before your marriage, however, the court may follow its terms instead. Property that you...
Are you taking steps to address depression during your divorce?
Depending on the particulars of your split, you may feel lethargic, despondent and defeated about your divorce. Even if you know that dissolving your marriage is the most favorable option for you and your current spouse, depression may still creep in on the interiors...
Taking a break from life to focus on divorce
When people bring their marriage to an end, they often have many other responsibilities to take care of. Busy work schedules, children in school, college, financial concerns, challenges related to relocation and so on. However, it is important to set aside certain...

