Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Surviving Those Tough Divorce Negotiations
Divorce is difficult. Dividing up everything—from the property to the time with the kids—is absolutely one of the hardest things you will ever have to do. To achieve the best possible outcomes, then, you’re going to have to manage expectations and your own behavior. Investigate Options Think about whether you would like to go… Read More »
Holiday Lockup Consequences
Togetherness and celebration: that’s what the holidays mean to many Americans. But not everyone has the chance to enjoy festive family dinners and Christmas lights. That’s because sometimes allegations of criminal activity eliminate the revelry. Common Holiday Arrests Arrests don’t diminish simply because it’s the holiday season. Instead of facing time in jail and… Read More »
Justice For People With Mental Health Issues
We’ve all seen it: people wandering the streets who seem to be under the influence of drugs, or who are surely suffering from mental health problems. Oftentimes these people frighten other citizens, and the police are called. They are arrested, and wind up behind bars. They, and others with a variety of mental health… Read More »
Is Mediation A Good Option For Your Divorce?
If you are considering divorce, you have myriad decisions ahead. One of the very first things worth thinking about is whether you could benefit from divorce mediation. To be sure, it is not for everyone, but for some people who are ending their marriages, it can be extremely beneficial. Advantages of Mediation If you… Read More »
You Thought You Were The Father, But DNA Says Otherwise
You married your pregnant girlfriend and have lovingly jumped into the raising of the child. You are more than attached to the child—you have embraced the role of father, after all. But there have been some red flags indicating that maybe your then-girlfriend was less than loyal around the time that she became pregnant. … Read More »
The Financial Secrets You Need To Know In Divorce
Without question, divorce takes a toll on you psychologically. But emotions aside, there are some serious financial issues that impact divorce, and it’s critical that you set aside your feelings and address those money issues with a clear head! Basically Everything is Up for Grabs: That’s right—even things that may never have crossed your… Read More »
When She Wants Out Of The Marriage: 10 Divorce Tips For Men
Women ask their husbands for divorce more often than the other way around. If your wife surprises you with the news that she wants to call it quits, you need to put together a plan, and fast. Here’s some advice that might make the coming months a little easier. 1- Don’t try to ignore… Read More »
Juveniles And Hefty Fines Related To Criminal Activity
It makes perfect sense. If you do the crime, you get stuck with the fines. On balance, when illegal activities are the chosen activity of young people, it results in costly outcomes that impact victims all too often. Whether it’s property damage or worse, isn’t it fair to expect those juveniles to pay up… Read More »
When Tragedy Leads To Divorce
Couples split up for myriad reasons: infidelity, growing apart, incompatibility between the sheets—the motivations to go in different directions are endless. In some cases, both partners take responsibility for the divorce, while in others, there’s one clear and undisputed “bad guy.” The hardest divorces, it seems, involve couples who part ways under duress. Unfortunately,… Read More »
Is Legal Separation The Best Option For You?
Is your marriage on the rocks? Perhaps you are unhappy with your relationship, but not quite willing to call it quits? There is an option short of divorce that may fit your circumstances quite well: legal separation. What is a Legal Separation? When couples become legally separated, it is very much like a divorce,… Read More »
