Puja Sachdev | October 31, 2021 | Divorce
A divorce can be a drawn-out process for a variety of reasons. A divorce in California is not considered finalized until a court issues a divorce decree. A divorce decree is an official document that resolves the major legal issues between a divorcing couple, such as child custody and property division. It is important to… read more
Puja Sachdev | September 24, 2021 | Divorce
When you are planning to file for divorce, there are many important elements that go into the process. One of the most crucial steps is serving the other party with divorce papers. Specifically, you will need to serve your spouse with the Summons and Petition of Dissolution, any other papers you have filed with the… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 11, 2021 | Divorce
The divorce process can be a challenge. However, divorcing during the COVID-19 pandemic posed additional challenges. The coronavirus caused a halt to many court proceedings. Courthouses throughout California had to shut down last year to slow the spread of COVID-19. However, courts implemented several strategies to deal with emergency court actions during the COVID-19 pandemic,… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 4, 2021 | Divorce
A car accident during a divorce can complicate the legal proceeding. Under California law, a spouse cannot be held personally liable for injuries or damages for a car accident that was not their fault. The spouse is only liable if they would have been liable had the marriage not existed. However, California law will hold… read more
Puja Sachdev | July 7, 2021 | Divorce
California family law provides several avenues for couples to end their relationship. They may choose a traditional divorce proceeding. Couples may also choose to file for summary dissolution or legal separation. The main difference between the three avenues is that a summary dissolution and a divorce end a marriage. However, a legal separation does not… read more
Puja Sachdev | May 4, 2021 | Divorce
If you are married to a narcissist, the thought of going through a divorce proceeding may be worse than the thought of staying in the marriage. However, divorcing a narcissist is possible with the help of a talented divorce attorney. It also helps to know what to expect and learn some tips and tools to… read more
Puja Sachdev | April 15, 2021 | Divorce
Wedding vows usually include a promise that the couple will remain together until death. This is a very romantic sentiment. But it is not realistic for most marital relationships. Romantic relationships — and marriages specifically — can end for a variety of reasons. More than 800,000 people go through the divorce process in the United… read more
Puja Sachdev | April 7, 2021 | Divorce
We often hear news stories about celebrity divorces. These stories are usually released strategically by the celebrities’ representatives. This allows the involved parties to try and frame the story to their advantage. In February 2021, Kim Kardashian West announced her divorce from Kanye West. The two were married for nearly seven years. Throughout their relationship,… read more
Puja Sachdev | March 3, 2021 | Divorce
The average California divorce costs $14,000. In cases with contentious child support disputes or complicated joint property to divide, costs can get even higher. It makes sense that individuals worried about the cost of starting a divorce in California would search for low-cost solutions to their legal problems. What’s the problem with cheap divorce lawyers?… read more
Puja Sachdev | December 16, 2020 | Divorce
Most people are aware that there is a difference between divorce and separation in romantic relationships. When a couple is considering a divorce, but they haven’t decided for certain, they might undergo a “trial” separation. But these days, more and more couples are making the decision to stay separated without filing for divorce. In doing… read more