When angry, jilted spouses want to collect evidence against their ex during a divorce, they can cross the line between building a case and breaking the law. For instance, following up on suspicions can cross the line into stalking and other criminal offenses when...
Tips to be a better negotiator during a divorce
Being a good negotiator can help parents overcome objections from kids, just as it can help entrepreneurs make valuable business transactions. Negotiation can also help you get what you want out of your divorce. Five things you can do to be a better negotiator...
Can mental health issues sway divorce-related decisions?
Statistics from the National Institute of Mental Health show that about one in five people in the U.S. lives with a mental illness. And many of these people will go through a divorce at some point. Mental illness alone does not dictate what happens in a divorce....
Protecting your mental health during a divorce
Divorce often comes with conflict, hurt feelings and complicated questions with no easy answers. Under these circumstances, taking steps to protect and improve your mental health can be vital. If you are going through a divorce, consider the following ways you can...
Who keeps the family pet in a Nebraska divorce?
Pets are part of millions of families across the country. And whether they are dogs, cats or something more exotic, they may well be an irreplaceable companion. So, when pet owners get divorced, determining who keeps the animal can be a top concern. If you are in this...
Will 2022 be the year you make a decision about divorce?
A new year is upon us and with it an impetus to re-evaluate your life. Many Nebraskans take a hard look at whether there are changes they want to initiate and one of the areas considered is often the health of their marital relationships. Historically, the new year...
Can the reason for a divorce affect the legal process?
The short answer to the question above is yes. The longer answer is that while every divorce is different, the reasons why two people are splitting can influence aspects like the method of dispute resolution, the time it takes to finalize a divorce and whether other...
What happens to retirement savings in a Nebraska divorce?
For many people, comfort in their later years depends on their retirement savings and benefits. However, the divorce process can be cause for concern. What will happen to your retirement savings in divorce? Will you still have enough to retire in the way you intended?...
Protecting your privacy during and after a divorce
Untangling your life from your spouse during divorce can involve separating assets and dividing time with children. And people often find it overwhelming to focus on themselves and the future as an individual. For instance, you may be used to sharing everything with...
Nebraska Supreme Court case on no-fault divorce makes national news
In 2020, the Supreme Court of Nebraska heard a unique argument by a husband in a divorce case. Mr. Dycus — a resident of Hastings, Nebraska — asserted that the state’s no-fault divorce law violates his rights to due process and equal protection under the Nebraska...