Divorce and Family Law Blog
Can You Sue for Defamation During a Divorce in California?
Puja Sachdev | June 1, 2022 | Divorce
Family court cases can be intense. The parties deal with emotional, sensitive personal issues that can cause feelings of anger, frustration, panic, and anguish. In disputed divorces, property settlement, spousal support, and child custody cases, it is common for parties to say hateful and cruel things about their spouse. False statements are also common as… read more
The Benefits of Co-Parenting Courses
Puja Sachdev | May 19, 2022 | Child Custody
Co-parenting is the term for when two parents in different households raise children together. Some parents may have never lived together, while others go through a divorce, separation, or breakup. Co-parenting can come with many challenges. While some separated parents may cooperate and communicate easily, many do not. Co-parenting courses continue to grow in popularity… read more
What Should I Do If I Was Emotionally Abused in My Divorce?
Puja Sachdev | May 5, 2022 | Divorce
Going through a divorce is an emotional experience. The stress and loss caused by the breakup of a marriage can cause severe emotional distress. Unfortunately, a vindictive or abusive spouse can cause a greater level of emotional suffering. A spouse does not have the right to abuse you emotionally during a marriage or while you… read more
Gaslighting: How to Recognize Your Spouse’s Manipulative Behavior
Puja Sachdev | April 12, 2022 | Family Law
The term “gaslighting” comes from a movie released in 1944. In Gaslight, a husband tries to convince his wife that she is crazy. He intends to have her committed to a mental institution, giving him control over her inheritance. The husband uses several techniques that cause his wife to question her grip on reality. Unfortunately,… read more
Are My Assets in Danger if My Spouse Causes a Car Accident in San Diego, CA?
Puja Sachdev | April 8, 2022 | California Law
California is an at-fault state for car accident claims. If you can prove that another driver caused a car accident, you can sue the other driver for damages. An at-fault driver can be held liable for damages that exceed their liability car insurance coverage. The minimum liability coverage required for car insurance in California is… read more
How to Look Up Divorce Records in San Diego, CA
Puja Sachdev | April 6, 2022 | Divorce
California law generally encourages open records. This policy includes divorce records, despite all of the personal, financial, and family information they contain. This openness explains why so many details of celebrity divorces make it into the news. Using this information could help you find out about someone else’s divorce. You could verify a potential romantic… read more
Can a Prenuptial Agreement Be Violated?
Puja Sachdev | April 1, 2022 | Prenuptial Agreements
A prenuptial agreement is a contract that a couple agrees to before getting married. The prenup is established to set out rules for a couple to follow if they ever get divorced. Typically, these agreements will cover property division and other aspects of dividing the couple’s finances or assets and liabilities if their marriage ends… read more
How to Get Temporary Custody for Extended Family Members in San Diego, CA
Puja Sachdev | March 17, 2022 | Child Custody
There could be situations where an extended family member may need to obtain temporary custody of children in their family. If so, they must petition the court. Generally, temporary custody is granted through an emergency hearing. How to Petition the Court for Temporary Custody for Extended Family Members in San Diego If a child is… read more
Are Divorce Records Public?
Puja Sachdev | March 15, 2022 | Divorce
Most people do not want their private issues to be a matter of public record. However, many legal matters are public record, meaning anyone can view the documents filed with the court. Many divorce records in California are included in the public records. What Are Public Records? The public record contains documents, files, information, and… read more
Manipulative Behavior: How to Know When Your Spouse is “Gaslighting” You
Puja Sachdev | March 3, 2022 | Divorce
No one wants to believe their spouse could manipulate them. However, manipulative behavior can be difficult to recognize. Your spouse may use subtle strategies to gaslight you into believing that you are the one causing problems in your marriage. What Does it Mean to “Gaslight” Someone? The term “gaslighting” derives from the play Gas Light…. read more