I’ve been asked that numerous times by members of the public recently. Financial worries and the current economic climate certainly put a strain on modern day marriage and financial difficulties are often cited as one of the reasons for a divorce petition based on unreasonable behaviour. To obtain a quick
During the 2012 president election, President Obama received an incredible amount of support from both young and older generation Latino voters, who voted for a second term of office for the president in the hopes that he would enforce a comprehensive immigration reform bill and help the millions of undocumented and illegal immigrants currently
The issue of domestic violence is hitting the headlines once again. Charles Saatchi’s alleged attack on Nigella Lawson has been splashed over the tabloids up and down the country. This highlighted the existence of Domestic Violence across all walks of life. Alongside this press frenzy, there are proceedings being heard
It is reported that in a recent magazine interview, pop star Katy Perry confirmed rumours which circulated at the time of her separation that ex-husband Russell Brand, dumped her by text message – informing her by SMS that he was going to Divorce her. The age old dilemma of how
Few people will have missed the reports in the press in the last 24 hours regarding an alleged incident between Nigella Lawson and her husband, Charles Saatchi outside a Mayfair restaurant this weekend, and the debate it has caused regarding their respective behaviour. Pictures taken by people nearby and widely
There is more bad news for people who may soon become involved in family law disputes as court fees are set to rise as from 1st July. Before any court proceedings can be started, including Divorce, financial proceedings or children proceedings a court fee must be paid up front, unless
As most people will be aware, payment of child maintenance is considered to be an absolute obligation on non-resident parents, regardless of the respective finances of the 2 parents. Payment would still be enforced even when, for example, this would mean an unemployed parent paying their multi-millionaire ex-partner. As a
The never ending troubles of Coronation Street are currently dominated with the battle between Tina and Izzy as they fight it out for the rights to baby Jake. Bar maid, Tina, agreed to act as a surrogate mother for Izzy and Gary who couldn’t have a baby themselves. After Tina
There are many instances where a marriage can be voidable (set aside) or ‘void’ where the marriage is treated as though it has never taken place. Examples include non-consummation of marriage, due to either inability or wilful refusal. There are other reasons relating to unawareness that the bride is already
People who have experienced domestic violence often describe feelings of hopelessness, isolation and of being trapped, which is why it’s so important to realise that there is help and support available regardless of your situation. Victims are often hesitant to come forward and seek support as they don’t want to
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