Some people in Kentucky may assume that in a custody battle between parents, the mother always gets preference over the father. However, research conducted by a professor from the George Washington University Law School suggests that this is not the case. The...
Do I have to pay my spouse’s student loan debt after divorce?
Most people enter marriage believing it will last forever. They often agree to "for better or worse," which can include financial choices. You might think that means that you share all of your assets if you divorce, but what about debt? Debt of any kind can strain a...
Why divorce later in life can be problematic
In 2010, roughly a quarter of all those who were divorced in the United States were over the age of 50. In 1990, only about 10% of those who were divorced were over the age of 50. While a divorce can have financial ramifications for most Kentucky couples, those that...
Dealing with finances during a divorce
When a couple decides to divorce in Kentucky, both partners may be concerned about protecting their assets. Going from a shared to a single lifestyle can place a major strain on everyday finances. This may be exacerbated when there are higher levels of conflict during...
Lack of trust and intimacy contribute to divorce
The results of a survey consisting of 2,371 individuals who were recently divorced was published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy. It found that there were four common reasons why Kentucky residents and others were most likely to end their marriages. One of...
Successfully managing finances while co-parenting
In the United States, about 40 to 50% of married couples divorce. This means that many Kentucky parents are co-parenting. While many co-parents deal with difficulties surrounding decisions that need to be made while co-parenting, financial stress can be minimized when...
Considering your circumstances when going through divorce
Getting a divorce is a complex process. Though you and many other Kentucky residents may wish you could just decide to no longer be married and end the situation there that is not the case. Over the years, you and your spouse have entwined your lives, and now, you...