An emancipated minor is a term used to describe a child who is no longer under the care and control of their parent or guardian in the eyes of the law. They have been granted adult responsibilities through a court process where they must meet certain requirements — even though they are not “of age.”…
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Many people admit to feeling powerless when it comes to divorce. In their eyes, the legal process is impossible to navigate, and it only makes matters worse that their spouse appears to be the one with all the control. On top of that, the poor kids are stuck in the middle, and the thought of…
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If you are a party in a family law case, there are generally two ways to approach the matter: settle out of court or go to court. But many people might wonder if one option is better than the other. After all, a well-negotiated settlement – child custody or property division, for example — could…
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When you or a loved one are facing a legal problem for the first time, it is only natural to seek out resources that might shed light on the law, prepare you for the road ahead, and perhaps guide you toward the best possible outcome. With that goal in mind, it is important to know…
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Reasons People Get Divorced. The New York Times was bold enough to estimate that 2.6 million weddings would take place before the end of 2022. After all, marriage is a beautiful institution, and millions of couples cannot wait to walk down that aisle and start their new lives together. The reality, however, is that 50%…
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If you and your spouse are thinking about getting a divorce, and every conversation up to this point has felt like a never-ending battle for control, it is only natural to feel like you need to make the first move. In other words, file for divorce first. But is there a strategic advantage to doing…
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As we end one year and turn the page to the fresh start that comes with 2023, our team at Nelson Law Group, PC, has compiled 10 helpful divorce and parenting blogs from our library of article posts that will undoubtedly prepare you for the road ahead. The bottom line is that we are invested…
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Brian and Jennifer could not be happier about their recent wedding. After months and months of meticulous planning and constant daydreaming about their special day and the moment they each would say “I do,” they can finally call themselves Mr. and Mrs. and look forward to a bright future together. Surprisingly, one of the first…
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Even though personal injury cases are common, not everybody knows what to do when thrust into that situation. If they are the victim, they are understandably focused on the immediate physical pain and the impact those injuries will have on their ability to work, care for their children, and handle daily activities. Then there is…
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So you are getting divorced and have been asked to show up for a deposition with your spouse’s lawyer, your lawyer, and possibly even your spouse. What do you do now? After all, you are not even sure what a deposition is, though you have a pretty good idea that you will have to provide…
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