As a parent, telling your child is one of the hardest parts of divorce. Every child reacts to big news in a different way. It is hard or even impossible to get a good grasp on how yours might take it. But you understandably want to make the process as easy as...
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Benefits of joint child custody
When deciding who gets custody of a child, emotions often get in the way, and parents may make a decision that is not in the best interest of the child. Rather than thinking about what they each want, each parent should consider what situation would be the healthiest...
Sleep deprivation and divorce
If you are working through a tough divorce, it is very likely that you are experiencing high levels of anxiety, which can disrupt various facets of your daily life (such as your sleep schedule). Moreover, if you are struggling with a sleep disorder, this can also make...
How can I help my kids through a divorce during the holidays?
If you and your spouse separated or got divorced in the last year, the upcoming holiday season may bring about a whole new set of questions and challenges for you when it comes to planning activities for your kids. The usual family traditions you shared as a married...
Will divorce put an end to the family business?
Years ago when you and your spouse launched the family business, its possible demise through divorce never entered your thoughts. However, the successful business you built does not have to end along with your marriage. Here are three options to consider. Perform a...
What can you do if your spouse does not pay their child support?
Child support may act as a source of income to provide a reasonable living for your child, so it might feel like the floor is dropping out from you when those payments stop coming in. You might feel angry, anxious or even retaliatory in your search to find a quick...
Overeating due to a difficult divorce
The divorce process is challenging for multiple reasons and if you are struggling through a tough divorce, you are likely experiencing various hurdles in your personal and even professional life. Sometimes, people struggle with overeating due to divorce-related stress...
Navigating job loss during a divorce
Realizing that divorce is inevitable is enough to make anyone feel defeated, but coupled with job loss and the future seems bleak. For divorcees in Illinois who are grappling with the uncertainties of unemployment, their effort to stay optimistic may make a...
Understanding the QDRO
As part of the property division settlement of a divorce, the spouses may agree to share the proceeds of one person's retirement account. As explained by Forbes, when that account is a 401K and subject to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, the use of a...
What Illinois considers when awarding parental responsibilities
If you have a child with someone and your romantic relationship ends, you must figure out who is going to be responsible for your child moving forward, and when. If you and your ex are unable to work out a suitable arrangement and parenting plan on your own, you may...
