Puyallup Family Law Blog
Budgeting tips for future, present and post-divorcees
The day you and your spouse agree to get divorced, and especially when the divorce is final, your financial future will change. Sometimes it will change for the better, and sometimes you'll have to make cuts, budgetary restraints or downsize. No matter your economic...
The strain of the holidays can lead to divorce filings
Most Washington residents want the holiday season to be one of fun and festivities. However, for many, it can be a time of stress and strain instead. Commonly, married couples who feel the strain of the holiday season may also feel that the time has come to end their...
The holiday DUI crackdown: What drivers should know
We'll let the words of Washington State Patrol Trooper Jeff Sevigney speak for themselves here. "Holiday parties are in full swing," he tweeted. "So are DUI emphasis patrols." Yes, we're in that time of year where the state patrol and local law enforcement agencies...
Avoid reaching for junk food during divorce
Ending a marriage can take a toll on individuals in more ways than they may expect. Some Washington residents may think that they will not see any negative repercussions because divorce is what they want. However, the process can be more stressful than anticipated, so...
Having the right support is important during divorce
Trying to get through one day at a time is a mantra many people hold when going through something difficult. For some Washington residents, remembering to take matters one day at a time may be especially important when going through divorce. Some days, everything may...
Reassurance can help children with new child custody arrangements
Many parents in Washington and across the country go through divorce. They may have various reasons for believing that this step is right for them. Of course, that does not mean that they do not worry about how their children will adjust to child custody arrangements...
Beware of distracted drivers on Washington roadways
When you were growing up in Washington or another state, your family might have taken Sunday drives. It was a common custom in the 1950s, 60s and 70s. In the decades that followed, traffic became more and more congested, speed limits increased, and other factors made...
Confusion and uncertainty about deciding to divorce is normal
It is not unusual for people to push unpleasant thoughts or thoughts they think they should be having out of their minds. Still, try as they might, some Washington residents may not be able to get certain ideas out of their heads. For some, the idea could revolve...
Prepare for financial impacts of divorce during retirement
As Washington residents age, they will face many changes in life. For some, a major change could be ending a long-time marriage during their retirement years. Because divorce can have major impacts on a number of areas of a person's life, it is important to consider...
Parents often have questions about child support
Getting a divorce is a complicated endeavor. For Washington parents, the ordeal can be even more trying because decisions regarding child custody and child support will need to be made. If the details of the custody arrangements mean that support is necessary, the...
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