Parents who believe the COVID-19 lockdown provides a legitimate reason to deny an ex-partner visitation rights should think again, as two recent rulings show that parenting schedules in court orders or separation agreements must be honoured unless there is proof children would otherwise be endangered.
Many divorcees worry a lot about what would happen to their kids after their breakups. However, it is not all dire. Kids are very perceptive and divorce has these positive impacts on them. Take a read!
The following is a guest blog by Heather Tannenbaum, a Markham, Ont.-based CDC Certified Divorce Coach.
There?s no denying that divorce sucks, but it doesn?t have to be all bad. In fact, it can mark the beginning of a brilliant second act where you are truly living your best life. This is why I am starting the Divorcing Well podcast; to go through the journey with you.
In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the federal government has extended the deadline for filing personal income tax returns to June 1, giving newly separated people a bit more time to think about how recent changes in their marital status will impact their tax situations.
Gender parity has a fundamental bearing on a society?s ability to thrive and prosper. Ensuring that half of the world?s talent has the opportunity to participate in the workforce has a huge impact on the growth and competitiveness of economies around the world.
If you and your partner have ever had a blow-up over money, you?re not alone. There are volumes of research that show it?s a major source of conflict in many relationships. Here are three practical steps to help you overcome this problem.
Over the holidays, I had a chance to watch the popular movie Marriage Story, starring Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver as Nicole and Charlie Barber.
If you haven?t seen it, I encourage you to add it to your watchlist: Marriage Story is essential viewing for anyone considering or in the midst of a separation or divorce, as it highlights several important issues.
Here are my key takeaways:
January has the dubious distinction of being branded ?Divorce month,? and for a good reason. In the first month of each new year, I?m inundated with calls from clients who want to start the process of legally ending their marriages.
Blindsided by the bite (of divorce)
Divorce can bring a number of unpleasant financial surprises, such as discovering that your joint assets aren?t nearly as healthy as you thought or that your debt load is higher than you realized
The only way that women will become more empowered in this world is by becoming financially independent. We are inundated these days on social media with tips about selfcare and constant posts about the importance of it in our lives.
