Society

British Organization Proposes Cooling Off for Divorcing Couples

Erin Kelley — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:29:06 GMT

British Organization Proposes Cooling Off for Divorcing Couples ShareLinks The British Center for Social Justice has proposed some major adjustments to Great Britain’s existing family law, including a requirement that couples "reflect" on their marriage and explore the possibility of

Divorce Lawyer Turns to Ballroom Dancing to Resuscitate Marriages

Erin Kelley — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:43:04 GMT

Divorce Lawyer Turns to Ballroom Dancing to Resuscitate Marriages ShareLinks In Great Britain, Vanessa Lloyd Platt is widely known as a divorce attorney. She's all over the TV with advertisements, and she also offers legal sessions with couples to help

Country Singer Makes Music Out of Divorce

Erin Kelley — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:04:10 GMT

Country Singer Makes Music Out of Divorce ShareLinks In 2008, Charlie Robison and Emily Robison, one third of country rock group the Dixie Chicks, were filing for divorce. Like many Americans, the divorce produced a great deal of emotions, but

Recognition of Same-Sex Divorce a Growing Issue in Many States

Maria Martuccio — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 20:52:02 GMT

Recognition of Same Sex Divorce a Growing Issue in Many States In an article in the New York Times, Marcelle S. Fischler examines a growing problem in the field of divorce. We're introduced to C.C. and C.M., two women who

Personal Growth after Divorce

legal-writer legal-writer — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:41:42 GMT

Personal Growth after Divorce By Gerri L Elder Many people may have difficulty coping with their feelings of sadness over a failed relationship and may sink into depression after a divorce however, you can allow yourself to grieve after divorce

Domestic Abuse - Are You at Risk?

Maria Martuccio — Thu, 21 May 2009 14:35:01 GMT

Domestic Abuse Are You at Risk? By Gerri L Elder Victims of domestic abuse often feel trapped in relationships and confused about getting into a bad situation. Whirlwind romances often take a new and disturbing direction after the passion cools.

Beyond Divorce: Facts No One Wants to Tell You

legal-writer legal-writer — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:20:23 GMT

Beyond Divorce Facts No One Talks About By Gerri L Elder When you decide to divorce, there are many things you may already know about the laws and process however, there are some aspects of divorce that people never seem

Dating after Divorce

legal-writer legal-writer — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:22:35 GMT

Dating after Divorce After all the negotiating is done and the final divorce decree has been filed, you are officially single again. For many people, this may be the time to consider dating again. If you're ready to dip your

Couple Who Fought for Gay Marriage Files for Divorce

legal-writer legal-writer — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:21:36 GMT

Couple Who Fought for Gay Marriage Files for Divorce In 2003, Julie and Hillary Goodridge were among seven gay couples in Massachusetts that sued for the right to marry. The lawsuit led to the historic court ruling legalizing gay marriage

Judge Finds Internet-Ordained Ministers May Officiate At Weddings

legal-writer legal-writer — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:38:24 GMT

Judge Finds Internet Ordained Ministers May Officiate At Weddings Gerri L Elder A Bucks County, Pa. judge has ruled that a minister who was ordained through the Internet may legally preside over marriage ceremonies. The Legal Intelligencer reported that Judge