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Divorce is not an easy process, but it is far more challenging when there is extreme animosity between the parties. Stress, emotions, and resentment can even lead to false or exaggerated claims of domestic violence, and the effects on your case are significant. Not only are certain acts criminal, but there is also the South …
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Some people might suggest that divorce is among the most stressful experiences after the passing of a loved one, and the process can certainly be challenging even under the best of circumstances. However, there are certain mistakes that parties make during divorce that can only make things worse. Unfortunately, while South Carolina’s divorce laws cover …
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Believe it or not, social media can affect your Charleston divorce case. While you might assume that there is no harm in continuing to use your social media accounts, especially if you make your profiles private, it is essential to understand how social media posts can be used in divorces. Your ex might use images …
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When you are considering divorce in Charleston, it can be extremely difficult to know if you should take the next steps toward filing. For example, should you talk to a lawyer about your case? Should you begin gathering documents and materials that you would need to file for divorce? Should you tell your family members …
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What is alimony in a Charleston divorce? What do you need to do to get alimony? And what should you expect if your ex is seeking alimony? In short, alimony is a payment made from one spouse to the other during and/or after a divorce proceeding. Under South Carolina law, courts in Charleston consider many …
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Getting ready for a divorce in South Carolina means that you need to prepare in advance. One of the things you can do now to ensure that you are prepared for your divorce case to move forward is to make a divorce document checklist. On this checklist, you can identify all of the documents that …
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Getting ready for a divorce in Charleston can be a complicated and confusing process. You might not be sure about the specific steps you need to take in advance, or how far in advance you need to begin planning for a divorce. For example, do you need to start planning a week or two before …
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Anyone who is getting divorced in the Charleston area should know that South Carolina is an equitable distribution state. What that means is that all marital property will be divided between the spouses in a divorce case in a way that the court decides is fair to both of the spouses. There are various factors …
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Some states do not have grounds for divorce, but there are still grounds for divorce in South Carolina. To be clear, you will need to allege a ground for filing for divorce. This can be confusing if you know someone who has gotten divorced in another state that is a no-fault state. Some states only …
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Cheating on a spouse happens most often during the holiday season. This time of the year should offer an opportunity for family festivities. Yet husbands and wives also have affairs and cheat on their spouses at this time of the year. Why are more people cheating during the holidays? And what can you do to …
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