So what’s the problem? The divorce has been filed. The parties are separated. The kids are spending time with each parent. The divorce is so close you can taste it, why not go ahead get out there, have some fun, and re-enter the dating scene?
Category Archives: Child Custody & Visitation
Misguided Child Support Enforcement – Part 2
The story I’m about to tell you is my favorite example of how goofy our child support laws can be. Read it and tell me what you think.
Who is Child Support Services and Why Are They Bugging Me?
Way back in the 1970’s, the public became concerned that the government was paying welfare for the support of children who were not being supported by both of their parents. Put another way: Why are my tax dollars going to feed children if their parents aren’t putting food on the table?
I Got a Girl Pregnant, What Should I Do?
This question comes up most often in the case where a casual encounter leads to a pregnancy, and the mother of this child is not anxious to let the father see or spend time with the child. If your situation is anything like this, there are some steps you can take, and there are also some consequences you need to understand.
Letterman May be Facing Divorce
As could have been predicted, rumors are that Letterman’s wife wants a divorce. If so, I’ll be watching with interest as his case would touch on a couple of issues I’ve written about recently. I had written about whether or not Hugh Hefner’s wife could use “adultery” as grounds, and I’ve described how property division is handled in Tennessee. So how would a Tennessee court handle this situation?
My Daughter Wants to Live With Me, How Can I Change Custody?
Unfortunately, it’ll take more than the desires of the child to cause a court to change custody in Tennessee. The courts in Tennessee follow a two step process when considering whether to modify your Parenting Plan. First, the court must find there has been a material change in circumstances, and that a change in the [...]