Couples divorce for a number of reasons, but many couples report that they lost trust in their partners, which is why they decided to end their marriage. If divorcing spouses no longer trust each other, it's not far-fetched that one or both individuals could be hiding...
Save time and money by preparing before filing for divorce
Divorce is never easy, but Delaware residents should know that preparing properly before filing can make the process faster and less complicated. Part of the preparation will involve researching the options available and part will involve taking inventory of the...
Prevent conflict for heirs by ensuring one lawful will
Perhaps nothing is more important when it comes to estate planning than ensuring that final desires and wishes are carried out in legal instruments like a last will and testament. The unfortunate reality is that with surprising regularity, the intent of a will becomes...
Is your estate planning done?
Estate planning is a great way to help ensure that your assets and liabilities will be properly taken care of when you pass. Delaware, like all other states, has its own unique laws surrounding how a deceased person's estate is to be handled in the event there was no...
The financial impact of divorcing later in life
Although Delaware is an equitable distribution state, getting divorced later in life can still have a significant impact on your finances. This is partially because you have less time to recoup the funds that were ceded to your spouse in the final settlement. It may...
Divorce after 50 continues to rise
Some older Delaware couples who might be considering ending their long-term marriage might be surprised to find that gray divorce, or divorce for couples over 50, continues to rise even as it remains or decreases in other age ranges. There are a variety of reasons...
Why does empty nesting sometimes lead to divorce?
Not all marriages succeed, and many unions end up legally dissolving. Married people in Delaware are not immune from marriage breakdowns, and even couples who've been together for many years may file for divorce. Is every age group at the same risk for divorce? Some...
Protecting your separate assets
Some people do not want to disclose the full value of their assets as you must if you want to sign a prenup with your intended. To put it another way, a prenup is not enforceable without full disclosure. For those people who do not want money to be an issue in their...
Avoiding cognitive distractions while driving
The number of people using cell phones in Delaware has increased over the past decade. This has prompted many states to enact laws prohibiting their usage while operating a car. For example, in Delaware, it has been illegal to use a hand-held cell phone while driving...
Do you have a whiplash injury?
Delaware residents who get involved in car crashes may have to deal with injury in the aftermath. Some of these injuries are more common than others. But this does not mean you should treat it in a light way. Whiplash injuries fall into this category. Though you may...