Monthly Archives: October 2024
The Past—and Potential Future—of No-Fault Divorce
It was 1969 when then-governor Ronald Reagan of California signed the first provisions for no-fault divorce into law. Previously, one partner was required to prove that the other was guilty of some sort of intolerable behavior that warranted—in the eyes of the state—a split. While every state had its own standards, they generally included… Read More »
Divorcing Over Politics
Remember the old adage—It’s impolite to discuss politics or religion in mixed company? Apparently, that’s true even if you’re married. It seems the passions associated with the topics—politics in particular for our purposes—can lead to some pretty hard feelings, and can even destabilize an otherwise good relationship and lead to divorce. In fact, divorcing… Read More »
