Divorce

Recognizing gaslighting during a divorce

Divorce often brings a swirl of emotions and complex interactions. In some cases, one spouse might resort to manipulative tactics, such as gaslighting, to gain an upper hand. Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where a person seeks to sow seeds of...

Questions to ask when dividing retirement assets

If you prepare for a divorce later in your life, you should have an idea how you will divide up your retirement accounts. Losing too much of your retirement assets could upend your retirement plans and force you to work for longer than you intend to. Kiplinger goes...

What are the signs of parental alienation?

Parental alienation is defined by children identifying strongly with one parent while rejecting the other. The alienating parent often pressures children into embracing them and rejecting their other parent. For example, one parent may use guilt to keep kids loyal to...

Are divorce records public?

Most court cases, regardless of what court they happen in, become public records. There are some exceptions where the judge may decide to seal documents or the law seals the record due to the sensitive nature of the case and to protect victims. However, most cases,...

What does asset hiding look like?

Asset division often proves one of the most difficult parts of divorce for many. To that end, some spouses may attempt to use it as a chance to hide assets. But what red flags can help alert a person to asset hiding? Digital asset hiding CNBC discusses some ways that...

The impact of divorce on retirement savings

Many couples in Ohio are making the decision to divorce later on in life. If you are an older adult thinking about splitting from your husband or wife, you may feel especially concerned about having enough retirement savings to keep living the lifestyle you currently...