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3 ways of helping your children cope with your divorce

Children are never to blame for a failed marriage, but many believe it is their fault. Self-blame is only one of many troubling emotional stages children of divorce may experience. Like most parents going through a divorce, you want to help your kids cope with the...

The holidays may see more sobriety checkpoints in Iowa

The police arrest people for impaired driving after car crashes or when they notice someone doing something that seems unsafe in traffic. Targeted enforcement helps catch those who choose to drive after drinking. People get arrested for technical infractions because...

Do you need a “good reason” to get divorced?

You know that a lot of people have very clear reasons to get divorced. Maybe you have a friend who left their spouse after they found out that person was having an affair, for instance. But is this type of reason necessary? Maybe you are also thinking about a divorce,...

Is it time for your custody order to be modified? 

You and your former spouse came to the realization that the marriage was just never going to work out. While divorce wasn’t ideal, it was the best thing for your family.  Thankfully, you were able to conduct constructive negotiations with your former spouse and the...

What are the potential penalties for a first-time OWI in Iowa?

A drunk driving charge can have extensive consequences on your quality of life. You may have to face the legal penalties of a conviction and end up with a criminal record, which can affect you even in years to come. In Iowa, operating while intoxicated (OWI) as a...

Keeping divorce conflict to a minimum 

Sometimes, only the negative aspects of divorce are looked at. While it’s true that most divorce cases come with challenges, these can be overcome. Divorce is also an opportunity for both spouses to make a fresh start, and perhaps even get along better post-divorce. ...

How are child custody cases decided?

As a parent, your top priority is the security and happiness of your children. The same can be said for your spouse, although you do not always agree on how to implement this in practice. You’re getting a divorce, and it’s time to settle matters regarding child...

Should you worry about sobriety checkpoints during the holidays?

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...

Can you and your ex continue to co-own a business?

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...

Planning for your first Halloween as co-parents

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...

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