If you have a new idea for a business or a new invention, you may want to shout it from the rooftops and immediately get started making money. While going public as fast as you can may net you money, it can also net you problems. More specifically, many people with invention ideas or business patents may run into problems with their intellectual property being stolen or their business getting messed up.
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If your ex-spouse does everything in their power to keep you from your child but expects you to pay child support anyway, contact a family law attorney. Unless you have a history of child or spousal abuse, you have the right to see your loved one after you divorce the other parent. Although it's frustrating, your situation isn't unique. There are reports of a growing trend of parents who keep other parents from their children after they divorce.
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A court may award you nominal damages if you haven't suffered substantial injuries or losses that deserve monetary compensation. The court may do this just to recognize your injuries or losses. As such, you may only be awarded insignificant money as compensation, even one or two dollars. Here are three important things you should know about nominal damages:
It Must Be Preceded By another Form of Damage
The court cannot award punitive damages as the only damages in a lawsuit; other damages must be awarded first.
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Divorce is a difficult and life-changing situation for everyone involved. One of the most important things that have to be immediately worked out is the division of assets and property. If you and your former spouse shared your property, the division process may be somewhat daunting. The following helpful tips can help both of you get through the process with as little struggle as possible:
Be Aware of Family Finances
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When two parents decide to split, one of the most complicated issues they will have to handle is child support. If you are the non-custodial parent and paying child support, you most likely have the expectation of seeing your child as agreed. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. If you cannot see your child and are paying child support, here is what you need to know.
Can You Stop Paying?
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