On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 29, 2019 | Domestic Violence
Leaving an unhappy--and perhaps unhealthy--marriage is a brave step to take. It can be challenging but also empowering to file for divorce. However, it is important for individuals leaving an unhealthy and abusive relationship to be aware of the risks they could still...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 19, 2019 | Family Law
The Hollywood couple Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman have been separated for nearly two years now. However, Perlman reports that she will never divorce DeVito. She told the New York Post and People that the couple still loves each other, remains close and agrees on...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 16, 2019 | Child Custody
In the past, it was more common for mothers to retain custody of the children after a divorce. This was usually because mothers were the primary caregivers. After all, it was not until the 1960s that women began joining the workforce in larger numbers than ever...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 15, 2019 | Divorce
Anyone who has experienced a divorce--or anyone in the throes of one--knows precisely how stressful it can be. It is a difficult decision to end a marriage, and the challenges only begin with that decision. All of these challenges can lead to a wide array of emotions,...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 9, 2019 | Divorce
Divorce is on the rise for couples over 50. Pew Research Center reports the number of gray divorces has almost doubled since 1990. And gray divorce rates significantly surpass the rates of divorce among younger people. At any age, divorce can have a considerable...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 2, 2019 | Divorce
For many, pets are important parts of our lives. Many people even think of their pets as family members. However, the love that people have for their pets can quickly become a significant dispute during a divorce. Many spouses try to fight for custody of their...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 1, 2019 | Divorce
Films and television shows often portray married couples arguing, then suddenly one of them proclaims, "I want a divorce." These forms of media often use that proclamation as a shock factor for both the fictional spouse and the audience. However, stating that someone...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Aug 1, 2019 | Child Custody
It can be difficult for non-custodial parents to grow accustomed to a visitation order after a divorce. They might not see their children as often as they used to. And this can place a strain on the parent-child relationship. However, the growing popularity of...
