Separations can be hard. There may be a lot of anger on both sides when a relationship ends, and it's not unusual for those involved to want to express their frustration to their ex. But when a child is involved,...
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Grandparents' Rights in Delaware Are you a grandparent seeking visitation rights or custody of a grandchild? Gaining visitation as a grandparent often requires the support of experienced legal counsel. In Delaware, you may be able to obtain visitation or custody...
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Divorce is a trying time for any couple — especially when children are involved. Most divorce proceedings involve some agreement about custody arrangements. Typically, the noncustodial parent will be required to pay child support, as ordered by a court or...
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On December 17, 2017, President Donald Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). It was the largest tax overhaul since Ronald Reagan made sweeping changes to tax law in 1986. While much of the media’s attention...
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When step-parents welcome a child into their home — and treat that child as their own even though there is no biological connection — they become a true parent. For that reason, and many others, it is such a shame...
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The term “domestic violence” includes more than just physical abuse, though that may be the picture that comes to mind. While domestic abuse does include forms of physical violence, it also encompasses other forms of abuse. Here is a rundown...
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You just need to run out to the store for 15 minutes to grab a gallon of milk. Your 8-year-old is happily engrossed in his favorite show and will throw a fit if you tell him he has to go....
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A protective order is the short term for an order of protection from abuse, or PFA. These documents, issued by Family Court in Delaware, order an alleged abuser to stop abusing the person who filed for the PFA. Abuse covers...
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In Delaware, you do not need a blood test or physical exam to get married. In order to get married in the state, you must go to a county clerk’s office to apply for a marriage license. Your marriage license...
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In Delaware, domestic violence is defined as any sort of ongoing or repetitive abusive or violent behavior in a romantic relationship. Domestic violence can occur to married couples, live-in couples or couples who are dating. Domestic violence can occur when one partner...
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