In Montana, many couples who find their marriage is no longer working will consider parting ways and ending the marriage. In the state, divorce is legally referred to as a “dissolution.” The case will be impacted by its circumstances. For example, if it is an amicable...
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Is Your Child Being Subjected To Parental Alienation?
Child custody disputes are often very personal. When disagreements arise, parents can find themselves attacking the character of the other parent, all in hopes of achieving the kind of child custody and visitation outcome that they think is best for their child. While...
How restraining orders affect the accused in domestic abuse cases
Financial times have been tough for your family in part because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Along with that, the stress and tension at home have come to a boiling point as you spend an increased amount of time with your spouse. During times like these, any situation or...
Eyewitness identification: Seeing is not always believing
Imagine that someone is on trial for murder. There’s not a lot of physical evidence, but the prosecution has a witness who picked the defendant out of a lineup. That witness is confident of the defendant’s guilt. This should be the end of the story, right? How can a...
What to know about how toddlers respond to divorce
While no parent feels like they have the “luxury” of talking to their children about their divorce, those who have teenaged children might not realize how much “good” they have it. While older children might be able to get a far better grasp on what going on, you have...
Financial infidelity could set your share back in divorce
Divorce is hard emotionally, but it’s not without its financial tolls either. Gaining stability once you’re through the process can be difficult. To add to complications, a partner lying about their assets can set you behind where you should rightfully stand. Around...
Common criminal defense strategies
If you are charged with a crime, you could face time in jail or prison, fines and experience long-lasting personal and financial consequences, including having a criminal record. Once you are suspected of a crime, it’s essential to contact an attorney and develop a...
What you need to know about dividing your assets in Montana
What you need to know about dividing your assets in Montana The way you handle your divorce can affect your future in many ways. The divorce process can be challenging, but the more informed you are, the better chances you have of walking away feeling satisfied. One...
Why do older couples divorce?
The overall divorce rate in the United States has declined over the last two decades, except for one segment of the population; the rate of gray divorce has not only increased, but it has actually doubled. Gray divorce refers to older couples – typically over 50 years...
Any arrest should leave you speechless
The police arrested you, and now you’re sitting in the back of a cop car. You’ve got an explanation that is sure to get you out of this, but making your argument now could make it much harder to present a winning case later. Someone is arrested in the U.S. every three...