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Divorce as a recovering addict
Divorce can be a wake-up call that it is time to address broader issues in your life. According to Addiction Campuses, addiction is the third-most commonly cited reason for divorce. The emotional battles of divorce can tempt you to fall back into bad habits. However,...
An overview of divorce mediation
When most couples think about divorce, they have a preconceived notion that getting a divorce is going into battle. You must sharpen swords and recruit your army before you head into the courtroom. However, divorce doesn’t have to be a battle. Most couples who want a...
Can online activity hurt your chances at custody?
Social media has become a regular part of life. Many people turn to social media to talk about their lives and share information with others. It is a great way to stay in contact with friends and family. It also can become a liability in a legal sense. Law enforcement...
Know your rights as a single parent
When an unmarried couple has a child together, both the mother and father may have legal parental rights and responsibilities. Individuals facing parenthood who do not have a relationship with the child's other parent should get to know their legal rights as a single...
Who keeps the pet in divorce?
Pets are often like another family member. When you get a divorce, the idea of being separated from your pet may be devastating. Unfortunately, that is often the reality because courts in Maryland treat pets as property. This may seem harsh, but it is the law at this...
Does social media affect divorce?
In the age of social media, everyone shares their lives on a variety of platforms. Despite social media being a central focus in the lives of many Maryland residents, there are still those who do not take it seriously when it comes to legal matters. The court does not...
