Social media connects people with those they may not otherwise have had contact with, which may be why studies are indicating that its use is affecting marital happiness. According to The National Law Review, one-third of divorce litigation cases begin because of...
Spending time apart from a spouse and divorce
There are many reasons why married couples spend time apart, whether someone relocates to start another job and their spouse stays behind for a while or someone simply decides to live on their own for a while in an attempt to figure their life out. While this helps...
Coping with stress during a divorce
One of the most overlooked factors in most divorces is the emotional stress husbands and wives endure, especially when there are complex issues where the couple has had a severe breakdown in their communication. According to MyDomaine, managing stress during a divorce...
What are the grounds for divorce in South Carolina?
Since the 1970s, more and more states in the union have moved towards no-fault divorce. 17 states are “pure no-fault” states, where the only option is a no-fault divorce. The remaining states, including South Carolina, have no-fault and fault-based options for couples...
What are the reasons behind grey divorce?
Married couples that have been together for 30 or 40 years are often viewed as having a strong union. However, this is not always the case. Grey divorces have been on the rise over recent years, even when divorce rates have been on the decline in general. There are...
The length of your marriage could cause challenges
When you and your spouse have been married for a significant number of years and both of you are nearing retirement or have already retired, the risks you face are especially unique. While these same risks may be somewhat stressful for a younger couple going through a...
Thinking of divorce? Consider taking a break from social media
From Instagram and Snapchat to YouTube and Twitter, more and more Americans are embracing social media platforms as places to express themselves, share life stories and connect with family and friends. One recent Pew Research Center study found that, of the nearly 70%...
Understanding sweat equity
One of the reasons property is considered marital property under South Carolina law is that both spouses have contributed money towards purchasing it. So you might think that if you have property that your spouse never paid for or contributed any money into, it cannot...
Gray divorce and the financial impact on women
If you are one of the many people in South Carolina who is over the age of 50, you may likely have never thought that divorce would be something you would be facing at this time of your life. However, the rate of divorce among people in their 50s, 60s and even beyond...
Equitable distribution vs. community property, and divorce in SC
When a couple divorces, states require the parties to distribute assets in one of two ways: Through equitable distribution or community property distribution. According to FindLaw, South Carolina is one of 41 states to have adopted equitable distribution laws. Per...