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Those who are going through the divorce process in Hawaii and elsewhere may feel a variety of emotions such as grief, anxiety and fear. Individuals may experience negative emotions even if they were the ones who decided to end their marriages. Addiction, emotional or physical abuse and an inability to commit to a relationship are all common reasons why marriages…
In Hawaii, parents of infants may experience some difficulty balancing the needs of the child with the rights of both parents. While the infant’s needs do come first, the parent who is not the primary caregiver has a right to see their child. In the best-case scenario, the two parents will be able to work out an acceptable solution when…
Individuals in Hawaii and throughout the country who are planning on getting married may benefit from asking their prospective spouses about prenuptial agreements. Having a conversation about a prenuptial agreement may be ideal for those who come from wealthy families or who are planning on starting a business in the future. Prenuptial agreements can also be helpful for those who…
For most Hawaii residents and others throughout America, being stuck in a relationship can be emotionally draining. However, you may feel guilty about ending a marriage without having a concrete reason to do so. Simply not being enthusiastic about staying with your partner is typically considered to be a good enough reason to end a relationship. People can grow apart…
Parents in Hawaii who have parted ways as a couple need to consider the many aspects that are involved in dissolving their union. These can include property division, child custody and child support. The proper amount of support is critical to a child’s best interests being served. Still, there are frequent issues with collecting child support. This should be addressed…
When Hawaii parents split physical custody down the middle, they often end up deciding on the traditional method of alternating weeks between the two households. While this may be the easiest way to do things administratively, analysts are beginning to recommend alternative options for dividing parental time. Children already must cope with many changes in a divorce. When they are…
Parents with full-time jobs may feel at a disadvantage when they prepare to negotiate a child custody agreement. The other parent’s part-time job or more flexible schedule might convince a judge to award the bulk of parenting time to that person. However, with the right approach and preparations, a parent need not compromise as much as they think. Family law…
Divorce is generally known as a difficult and traumatic experience for children who have their previous life disrupted. However, it does not have to be that way. With some forethought and planning ahead, children can be spared from many of the stresses and difficulties of divorce. Setting ground rules ahead of time and making a plan can give children a…
The way that divorce is handled usually depends on whether you are on good terms with your ex. Some spouses make a mutual decision to end their marriage, and may even come out of the divorce as friends. However, other spouses might have been torn apart by jealousy or explosive fights, which may make a collaborative divorce impossible. Collaborative divorces…
Some fathers in Hawaii who are going through a divorce might wonder whether they will be at a disadvantage in a child custody case. Traditionally, this was true since mothers often stayed home with their children while fathers went to work. As a result, when couples got divorced, it was assumed that the mother would be the best caregiver for…