Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Child Custody, Divorce, Family Law
Pets can be a source of excitement, happiness, and comfort. They are often seen as members of the family, which is why many people refer to them as their “furry children.” In fact, a pet often acts as a surrogate child for many younger married couples, who delay having children until they are financially ready. …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Divorce, Family Law
When married, it is nearly always financially advantageous to file a joint tax return. However, what was once a benefit can become a disaster if you divorce and are later audited. When you and your spouse file jointly, each of you becomes individually liable for the full amount of any taxes due, including interest and …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Divorce, Family Law
When you got married, you and your spouse promised to love and support each other for the rest of your lives, for better or worse, for richer or poorer, and in sickness and health. Unfortunately, however, you might now be finding that your spouse isn’t holding true to his vows. A recent article in WebMD …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Charleston, Divorce, Family Law
If you’re a woman 50 years of age or older and you’ve decided to divorce your husband, you’re not alone. Most people know that the divorce rate is high; however, few people realize that the divorce rate among “baby boomers” has increased dramatically. A recent Wall Street Journal article reports, “Among people ages 50 and …
Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Child Custody, Family Law
Being a grandparent in Charleston can be one of the more rewarding experiences in your life. Like most grandparents, you enjoy spending time with your grandchildren and you want to visit them regularly. Perhaps, something has changed in your relationship with your son or daughter. They may be threatening to keep you from seeing your …
Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Charleston, Child Custody, Child Support, Family Law
Too often in a divorce, the gloves come off – and the split gets ugly! If the children get caught in the divorce “cross-fire,” they can suffer severe emotional damages. By putting the needs of your children first and working with a skilled child counselor and an experienced Charleston divorce lawyer, you can minimize many …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Blog, Family Law, Gay Marriage
Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court issued two important decisions regarding same-sex marriage. The headline-making rulings concerned Proposition 8, California’s ban on same-sex marriage, and the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), the law that denied federal benefits to married same-sex couples. The Supreme Court declared Proposition 8 unconstitutional and struck down DOMA.