It doesn't matter who you are or where you are from: when you and your spouse decide that it is time for a divorce, there are going to be some mixed emotions about it. Even though a new chapter of your life is about to open up, there will still be some complicated...
Month: December 2017
How and why a prenup can be invalidated
There are plenty of practical reasons to have a prenuptial agreement, and the contract can go a long way towards providing a soon-to-be-married couple with legal security about their property, assets, and other valuables in case of a divorce or other unforeseen...
Sexual Harassment
For the past few months, allegations of sexual harassment and assault against profile celebrities and officials have dominated national headlines and social media. The ensuing #MeToo Twitter trend provided a platform for the world to speak out about sexual assault....
Drug use down among teens, with one notable exception
There is good news on the fight to reduce drug abuse in America. Even in the midst of an opioid epidemic, the use of alcohol, heroin and cocaine is down among teenagers across the U.S. The one exception is marijuana, which has become less stigmatized in recent years...
Drug use down among teens, with one notable exception – marijuana
Driving while high is an increasing dangerThere is good news on the fight to reduce drug abuse in America. Even in the midst of an opioid epidemic, the use of alcohol, heroin and cocaine is down among teenagers across the U.S. The one exception is marijuana, which has...
Adopting abroad? Don’t forget to re-adopt at home.
Adoption can be a lengthy, stressful and expensive process. It's a joyful occasion when, after months of hoping and worrying, you can finally hold your new baby in your arms. However, if you adopted in another country, there is an important final step you should...
Your Last Will & Testament probably does NOT govern the distribution of all your assets
Many people are under the false assumption that their Last Will & Testament dictates who receives ALL of their assets upon their passing. However, there are two different types of assets in your estate: Your Will only governs your probate assets, which...