Families with grandparents acting more parent-like than the child’s biological parents are not uncommon. This scenario drives grandparents to persistently assert custody rights of their grandchild. But Arkansas courts do not automatically award custody simply because...
Divorce takes an emotional and financial toll on you and your former spouse, but your children tend to experience much greater emotional turmoil. They do not understand the process, what is happening or why they have to live without one of their parents. Often, your...
If you have to leave the country because of a business trip or a family event, such as a wedding, it is important to understand how child support arrears could affect your ability to go overseas. If you have fallen behind on your child support obligations, the...
Whether you pay child support or receive payments as a custodial parent, it is helpful to go over data on this program. Reviewing statistics on child support in the U.S. serves as a reminder that you are not alone. Child support can become a serious concern for...
Deciding to end a marriage is a significant decision. When considering divorce in Arkansas, it is crucial to understand the available options. Arkansas offers both fault and no-fault divorce grounds, and the choice between them depends on the specific circumstances of...
Arkansas divorce laws require the equitable division of assets between spouses. Regardless of whose name is on the asset, any asset acquired during the marriage or otherwise co-mingled during the marriage is eligible for equitable distribution. Few people realize the...
Asset division is a part of the divorce process that every couple will need to undergo. It is stressful and time-consuming, and unfortunately, some people make it even harder by attempting to hide assets. What exactly is asset hiding? What purpose does it fulfill? And...
Most pet owners think of their animals as companions, not property. However, the law regards them as the latter. This can create a stressful situation when deciding who should keep the family pets in a divorce. Arkansas is an equitable distribution state, meaning the...
When going through a divorce, many people worry about the state of their assets to a high degree. Where do these assets go? How do they get divided? Understanding the division of assets is important when it comes to preparing for the asset-dividing portion of divorce....
Supporting your family as a single parent can be difficult. It may even feel lonely. When you open yourself up to a new relationship after divorce, you also open yourself up to the chance of a blended family. Blended families of two divorcees and their kids might seem...
