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Family get-togethers and other holiday celebrations can sometimes lead to bad choices. Family members might get into physical fights with one another or drink too much to drown out their frustration at needing to interact with their parents and siblings all day. There...
A family business is often seen as a symbol of success. That might not be something you’re willing to part with if you and the spouse who helped build it split up. While it’s not very common, it is possible to continue to run a business with your ex. The key is that...
It may always seem like the Halloween candy and decorations are out too soon in the stores. However, if this will be your child’s first Halloween since your separation or divorce, you may feel especially unprepared to think about it. While Halloween may not have been...
Misdemeanors are categorized as crimes that are less serious than felonies. The punishment for committing a misdemeanor is usually accompanied by a jail sentence instead of a prison sentence. The length of your incarceration is determined by the severity of your...
Going into a marriage with a business is a major deal because there’s a chance that the company can be impacted if you go through a divorce. The absolute best way to protect the company is by using a prenuptial agreement that includes the terms of what will happen to...
Iowa has criminal laws against all of the common forms of theft. From fraud and embezzlement to burglary and robbery, there are laws imposing specific penalties for various different kinds of theft offenses. Of all the forms of theft possible, shoplifting may be the...
Walking away from a long-term marriage is a difficult situation because so much of your life is entangled with your spouse. There are many things that you have to consider when you’re going through this type of circumstance. One of the most important things that you...
Traditionally, most marriages are dissolved by the court where the different aspects of the divorce are litigated. However, this does not have to be your first choice, especially if you share children. A collaborative divorce is a solution-centered approach that...
Sometimes, a marriage may fail to work out as expected. When this happens, the couple may decide to divorce and go their separate ways. But, the traditional divorce route can be tedious and costly. This explains why more and more divorcing couples are opting for...
Under Iowa law, parents must complete a court-approved educational course when getting a divorce. The courts believe such participation educates parents and helps them become sensitive to the needs of children in their post-divorce lives. On occasion, a family court...
