A serious illness, such as cancer or a stroke, could lead to a divorce. It doesn't happen in all cases, of course, but studies have found that there is a particular increase in the risk of divorce, especially when women are the ones who are sick. This is not always...
Being injured has the potential to cause significant disruption to the affected party. Firstly, any injury may impact them financially because they may have to take time off from work to recover. Furthermore, injuries can even be so severe that they have life-altering...
The marriage is over but the divorce is dragging on. Your frustrations have reached fever-pitch and your life is stuck because you and your spouse cannot see eye-to-eye on pretty much every issue. Clearly, your consternation could be justified. A prolonged divorce can...
As a resident of Lafayette, if it seems like more of your friends and neighbors down in New Orleans are getting divorced lately, you might be right. According to a new study, New Orleans is one of just a handful of places where the divorce rate is increasing. The...
Obtaining a divorce is a major decision that can result in significant life changes. Additionally, the divorce process itself can often be stressful, even at the best of times. However, there are precautionary measures available that could help make the divorce...
Having a new teen driver adds a whole new list of worries to your life. If you and your co-parent are divorced, you also need to deal with the fact a significant part of your child’s learning and early driving experience will take place when you’re not with them. If...
Rain is a common event in southern Louisiana, especially during hurricane season. It’s imperative that drivers use proper safety measures if they have to get out in the rain. Of course, it’s usually best to avoid driving in the rain if you can. Because you might have...
Adopting an infant allows its new parents to create a bond with their new bundle of joy. However, adopting a toddler that has already had some life experiences can call for understanding and patience. The child may have already experienced poverty, abandonment and...
Responsible drivers in and around Lafayette know that distracted driving often gets people seriously hurt in auto accidents. But it can seem like you are in the minority sometimes when you see other drivers texting or talking on their cellphones. You do your best to...
Adoptions in Louisiana don't always involve strangers taking in children from foster care or from other countries. Sometimes, adoption occurs inside an existing family unit. Also known as intrafamily adoptions, these family changes help stabilize a child's situation...
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