Supporting your children during your deployment 

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJul 12, 20220 Comments

You and your former spouse came to the conclusion that divorce was the best option for you as a family. You've been in the military for a number of years and it means a great deal to you. So far, you and your ex have managed to work out a custody schedule that has functioned well. However, you ar...

Your conduct matters during custody cases

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJun 27, 20220 Comments

Whether a court is determining your custody agreement or you're seeking to modify a current custody order, how you conduct yourself is vitally important. The court will be assessing what you are like as a parent and what is in the best interests of a child. This means that much of what you do wil...

Did your spouse marry you for the money?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMay 27, 20220 Comments

You may have known your spouse for a long time before you committed to marriage. You may have gone on lovely dates, gone to the movies, met each other's parents and even spent a vacation or two together. Your relationship with your spouse seemed like a dream before marriage. Today, your spouse ac...

Can you get VA benefits for back pain?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMay 04, 20220 Comments

Serving in the military is an honorable profession. Unfortunately, our veterans often return home with injuries or pain that make it hard for them to work. There is help available to veterans with disabilities caused by their time in the service.  In 2018, the United States Court of Appeals ruled...

Tips for making divorce go smoothly

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeApr 29, 20220 Comments

People often think about divorce as a chaotic and difficult time. They consider it a battle. They figure they're going to be fighting with their ex tooth-and-nail over time with the kids, how to divide the assets and everything else. It sounds stressful and intimidating, and they do not look forw...

How PTSD makes it difficult for you to work

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeApr 20, 20220 Comments

You had many good times during your tenure as a service person. You made friends for life, saw much of the world and gained your independence. The downside of this is that you've had to attend war-torn countries. You've seen many tragic events unfold over the years, and the latest tour has taken ...

Can therapeutic justice help me keep my kids?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMar 08, 20220 Comments

As the most vulnerable and dependent among us, children under three years of age deserve and require a safe home environment. This is why many professionals, including doctors, teachers and therapists, are mandated as reporters. In addition to their profession, they are responsible for identifyin...

Yes, you can survive a deployment divorce

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMar 01, 20220 Comments

When you are on active duty and are deployed, the last thing you want to worry about is a divorce. There are protections in place to help you, so you can focus on your job rather than what's happening back at home. A deployment divorce can be distracting, upsetting and challenging. However, this ...

Watch out for hidden assets during your divorce

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeFeb 22, 20220 Comments

You have built an enviable life with your partner within the duration of your marriage. If the marriage comes to an end, however, it's only fair that you get a fair share of your hard-earned assets. But, it is not always the case. Your ex may have ulterior motives when it comes to property divisi...

Could PTSD lead to a divorce?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeFeb 08, 20220 Comments

There are many things that could lead to a divorce, from financial stress to extramarital affairs. But perhaps you haven't experienced any of that in your relationship. Instead, since you're in the military, you spent time deployed overseas. While there, you were involved in combat, and you've de...

Will divorce mean refinancing your house?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJan 25, 20220 Comments

If you're getting divorced, you have a lot of financial questions to ask. This starts with the simple division of your assets, and you may also reassess your budget now that you're going down to one income. If you have a home that you purchased with a loan from a mortgage lender, you may want to ...

Benefits to selling your house during a divorce

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJan 11, 20220 Comments

People often want to learn about ways that they can keep the family home during divorce or the benefits of doing so. They don't want to lose their home just because their marriage is ending. In some cases, this may be the right move. It is important to consider your own situation and all the uniq...

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