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It is not uncommon for parents to get caught up in homework, planning meals, shuttling kids to their activities and before they realize, they have forgotten to spend time together. For many couples, empty nest syndrome and the feeling of loneliness and loss after kids have all grown up and moved away is incredibly painful. […]
» Read More...Can My Ex Take My Kids Overseas?
Child custody agreements for divorced parents are often complex and laden with many restrictions. The situation can become very complicated when a parent wishes to take their child out of the country for any period of time. Custodial parents, non-custodial parents, parents with shared custody, and those with partial custody will need to plan ahead […]
» Read More...Tips for Family Gatherings Post Divorce
Family gatherings and traditional celebrations are times to enjoy with those we love and treasure the most. For divorced families, these times can become stressful when animosity and negative emotions get in the way. When ex-spouses can work amicably together, family gatherings can be a time to celebrate holidays, birthdays, graduations, special events, and milestones. […]
» Read More...Divorced Parenting and Summer Break Childcare
Without the daily routine of the school year, planning for your child’s summertime childcare arrangements along with the demands of your workday can be a challenge for any parent. For divorced parents who are sharing childcare responsibilities and decisions, it can be especially tough. At the same time, the summer presents an opportunity for your […]
» Read More...Tips for a Safe Motorcycle Ride
Motorcycle riding is very popular and can be a fun and exciting activity. However, with riding come risks. The best possible outcome for a rider is to avoid ever being in an accident. The best way to maximize that outcome is to practice safe motorcycle riding. It takes a combination of balance, coordination, and good […]
» Read More...Who Pays for Summer Camp?
For many children, summer means attending sports clinics, drama camps, and other specialty programs during the day. When the school year ends, families with school-aged children often use summer camp as an alternative to traditional childcare. In cases of divorce or unmarried parents, determining which parent will pay for these activities is an important concern. […]
» Read More...Co-Parenting in the Summer
For divorced parents, co-parenting in the summer months can be a challenge. Planning family vacations, special events, and childcare needs during this busy time of year can lead to stress, especially when blended families try to coordinate schedules. Communication is essential to managing parenting plans for the summer months. Start Planning Early Parents who start […]
» Read More...College Financial Aid Forms and Tuition for Divorced Parents – Who is Responsible?
Everyone knows about the skyrocketing cost of college tuition. So for divorcing couples with children, there may be questions about who is responsible for supporting a college-aged child’s education and who should complete financial aid applications. It is important to realize that Maryland Courts have ruled that a parent is not required by law to […]
» Read More...Wrongful Death Laws in Maryland
Family members of those who died due to someone else’s negligence may be eligible to collect damages in a wrongful death claim. In Maryland, there are two types of wrongful death claims. In general, these may only be filed by primary or secondary beneficiaries. Beneficiaries who are successful in Maryland wrongful death claim/survival actions may […]
» Read More...Home Buyers May Terminate Contract Based on Home Inspection
Contingencies in real estate purchase agreements allow purchasers of homes to terminate the contract based on whether the transaction meets the contingency. A contingency allows the buyer to make the sale contingent on having the condition met. One such contingency is a home inspection. Other contingencies include an appraisal contingency and financial contingency. Home Inspection […]
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