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Many co-parents who share custody of their children after divorce let their feelings of animosity towards one another get in the way of adhering to their custody agreement and parenting plan. This can cause serious emotional and even physical health issues for their...
A person who thinks they can get away with stealing the identity of an acquaintance may be in for a rough time if they are caught. No matter what led to their actions, they need legal protection. In Iowa, identity theft resulting in stealing up to $1,000 means the...
Thousands of Iowa residents divorce every year. One of the biggest issues in any split is the division of assets. For most couples, after their primary residence, their retirement accounts are their largest asset. Dividing these can be complicated. The type of...
You are certain that you and your spouse will be divorcing, as your relationship is just no longer sustainable for either of you. But with several children involved, custody matters remain unresolved. Every option you consider has some negative consequences that...
Litigated divorces can often be embarrassing for both spouses. Trying to secure a certain custody outcome or influence property division may require spouses to discuss the worst things that happened during their marriages. Infidelity, drug use and compulsive shopping...
You do not have to comply with a police officer’s request to take a breathalyzer test. However, you need to be clear that refusal will come at a price. Under Iowa law, if you drive a vehicle, you give implied consent to Breathalyzer tests, as well as other chemical...
Misdemeanor crimes are typically less severe than felony crimes. There are some crimes that fall under both categories, and it depends on the situation as to what category your charges may fall under and what sentence you may receive. The punishment for a misdemeanor...
If you own a business, a divorce can have devastating effects on it. Co-owning a business with your spouse makes that business a marital asset, which means the court can divide it between you. Obviously, division of your business could mean having to sell it to split...
Every couple fights and goes through some difficult times. Many times, it is possible to make up and move forward. Other times, the future is very uncertain. If you are fighting with your spouse and they have started talking about divorce, you might very well be...
Continual fights and endless finger-pointing can leave anyone feeling frustrated and worn out. Typical methods of divorce can rely on conflict to move the process along, which can be draining for you and your ex-spouse. Learning more about the unique benefits of...