By Edward Lindsey | Published September 20, 2023 | Posted in Child Custody | Tagged Tags: birdnesting, divorce, marital home | Comments Off on The Advantages and Disadvantages of Bird’s Nest Custody?
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Bird’s Nest Custody?
When parents with minor children divorce or end their relationship, child custody can be a major issue. It is well-settled public policy that, absent unusual circumstances, children should have a close relationship with both parents. To encourage parental relationships the family courts often order split custody where each parent has physical custody of the child Read More
Read MoreAre Alimony Payments Permanent?
Alimony is one of the most contentious issues in any divorce case for many reasons. For example, a paying spouse may believe that they have been ordered to pay too much, while the receiving spouse may believe that they are not being paid enough. Another point of contention is the length of an alimony award Read More
Read MoreWhat is Oklahoma’s “Clean Slate” Bill and How Does it Affect Your Ability to File for Expungement?
Having a criminal record can make it difficult to pass a background check and, in turn, can make it difficult to secure housing, employment, security clearances and gain professional licenses. Oklahoma joined a growing list of states in 2022 when it passed a “clean slate” bill, which will automatically expunge eligible criminal records starting in Read More
Read MoreWhy a Medical Expert Is Crucial in Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical malpractice cases are some of the most complicated matters in the area of personal injury law. Bringing a successful case requires the plaintiff to establish that the care provided by a doctor or hospital fell below a reasonable standard and that the plaintiff was injured as a result. It is generally not possible to Read More
Read MoreAre Mothers Favored in Child Custody Cases?
Historically there was a presumption that mothers were better caretakers of children than fathers. Therefore, the mother was awarded custody of minor children in many cases. Over time, though, the law has evolved, and with it, gender preference for parental custody plays less and less of a role. While the law is now gender blind Read More
Read MoreThe Difference Between Sexual Assault and Sexual Battery
The state of Oklahoma routinely brings criminal charges against people for sexual battery and sexual assault. Although there is a great deal of overlap in the details of each crime and the punishments for each, sexual assault and sexual battery are charged differently under state law. Sexual battery is a serious felony. The elements of Read More
Read MoreIs There a Waiting Period Before You Can Finalize Your Divorce?
The divorce process can be lengthy depending on the level of disagreement between spouses. Even if your terms are settled amicably, there is a waiting period before you can finalize your marriage dissolution. There is a 90-day waiting period for spouses who share minor children. This three-month “cooling off” period is designed to give the Read More
Read MoreWhat to Do If You Suspect Your Insurer Acted in Bad Faith
Insurance companies have a duty to pay valid claims within the insured’s policy limits in a reasonable amount of time. However, in some instances, an insurer refuses to pay the fair value of a claim without a justifiable basis. When this happens, the insurance company can be sued for acting in bad faith, and the Read More
Read MoreWhat if Your Child Refuses Visitation Under the Custody Order?
Child custody and visitation schedules are ordered based on what is in the best interests of the child. But as time goes by, a son or daughter may start raising objections to making the required visits. If this occurs, the parent with primary custody could be considered in violation of the custody order, which can Read More
Read MoreUnderstanding the Difference Between an Assault and an Aggravated Assault Charge
In Oklahoma, a person can be charged with either assault or aggravated assault, depending on what exactly occurred. It is important to understand the difference between the two crimes, as the penalties for aggravated assault are much more severe. Assault, also known as simple assault, covers a wide range of conduct. A person can be Read More
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