4 ways to handle holiday custody issues

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeSep 29, 20210 Comments

If you're like most parents, splitting up with your spouse isn't nearly as difficult as having to share the time you have with your kids — particularly when it comes to the holidays. You have a few different options when it comes time to establish a custody and visitation schedule for the holiday...

Can I get VA disability for mesothelioma?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeSep 16, 20210 Comments

You may not have been expecting a mesothelioma diagnosis, especially since it has been so many years since you were active in the military. Unfortunately, mesothelioma takes decades to develop in some people, and it has been linked to asbestos exposure during military service in some cases.  As a...

What is a time-sharing plan in a Florida divorce?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeAug 17, 20210 Comments

The Florida family law courts have the authority to enter orders regarding custody, and this state uses some unique terminology in its child custody decisions.  The courts make decisions on behalf of families that do not agree about how to share parental rights and responsibilities after the end ...

What is parental alienation?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeAug 13, 20210 Comments

If you have decided to divorce your spouse, you undoubtedly have a list of reasons your marriage simply is not working. Still, your kids may need to spend time with both their parents to thrive. If you intend to share custody of your children with your ex-spouse, you should be able to count on hi...

5 benefits of a prenuptial agreement

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJun 10, 20210 Comments

A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two people before marriage that, among other things, documents premarital assets which will simplify property division in case of divorce. Despite the drama associated with this document on television, it is a very practical matter that addresses a num...

Do I keep TRICARE if I divorce a service member?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeApr 27, 20210 Comments

There is a lot at stake in any divorce. If you are married to a service member, one thing to consider is how divorce will affect your entitlement to TRICARE. Taking out a new health care policy will be expensive, especially if you have certain pre-existing conditions. You are not the first perso...

3 financial mistakes to avoid in divorce

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeApr 09, 20210 Comments

The mistakes you make during a divorce can come back and haunt you long after the ink is dry on the decree. Regardless of how long or short your marriage was, once divorce becomes the next step, there are a lot of considerations you will need to make that can impact your future financial stabilit...

Explaining divorce to your child

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMar 15, 20210 Comments

Sometimes the reasons for a couple's divorce are so complex that even the wife and husband have trouble figuring out exactly what went wrong in their marriage. Imagine, then, how confounding it must be for a young child to try to understand why Mom and Dad argue so often, or why one parent doesn'...

The truth about common VA benefit myths

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeFeb 09, 20210 Comments

Many veterans misunderstand or simply do not know about their benefits. Understanding available benefits through the Veterans' Administration can help ensure you can access disability payments, medical care and other programs.  These are the facts behind some of the most common VA benefit myths. ...

Are you going to lose your kids in your divorce?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJan 18, 20210 Comments

Every so often, you meet someone who is unhappy in their marriage but afraid to leave because they fear losing their children. They don't want to stay married, but they're willing to stick it out to ensure that they're around the kids as much as possible.  This type of tough situation raises a lo...

How will a military divorce affect TRICARE?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeDec 31, 20200 Comments

Thousands of Americans struggle because they cannot afford healthcare coverage. If you are married to someone in the military, you do not have this problem. You have free access to TRICARE. However, if you are considering a divorce, you need to know that ending your marriage could cost your healt...

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