Blog Posts in 2021
Posted on Dec 13, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
What Is Considered Harassment by a Creditor? Debt collectors are not allowed to harass anyone. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act —codified as 15 U.S.C. § 1692 ...
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Posted on Dec 10, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Why You Must Pay Child Support Regardless of Visitation Rights or Restrictions In matters of child custody, the court can decide on the custodial agreement, visitation, and child support when parents ...
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Posted on Nov 23, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Men often assume that when their child is born, they are automatically given parental rights. This is not so, and the process is more complicated. Even in the simplest of situations – a husband ...
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Posted on Nov 9, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
In many states, long-distance coparenting is outlined in the law. States officially designate certain miles apart. For instance, some states consider 50 miles apart long-distance, and others go as ...
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Posted on Oct 5, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Filing for bankruptcy could help you get a fresh financial start and a new lease on life. Most commonly, individuals either find themselves filing for chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy. Understanding the ...
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Posted on Oct 1, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Stepparents often build formative relationships with their stepchildren. In many cases, this results in a stepparent wanting to officially adopt their child so they can gain legal parental rights for ...
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Posted on Sep 1, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Sometimes, divorces are a long time coming. In situations where the parties knew their marriage would dissolve eventually and were just waiting for the right moment to legalize their divorce, one or ...
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Posted on Sep 1, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
It's no secret - today, social media plays an important role in our day-to-day lives. As a result, social media-based evidence is becoming more and more common in divorce cases. Understanding how ...
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Posted on Jul 24, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
If you're concerned about how much alimony you could wind up on the hook for during your divorce or spousal support dispute, you're not alone. Today, we're covering how alimony payments ...
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Posted on Jul 6, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Bankruptcy can enable individuals to get a fresh financial start. If you find yourself buried by debt or struggling to make payments, filing for bankruptcy could enable you to regain economic ...
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Posted on Jun 25, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Just like marriages, every divorce is unique. What works for one couple may not work for another, so it's essential to understand your options as you head into your divorce. Today, we're ...
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Posted on Jun 2, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
So, you've decided you want to adopt - congratulations! Welcoming a new family member into your life is an exciting endeavor. There are multiple types of adoption, and choosing the right one for ...
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Posted on Mar 26, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
If you believe you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, understanding how to report that abuse can help the survivor/victim gain the protection they deserve. Today's blog covers ...
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Posted on Mar 10, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
COVID-19 has impacted the U.S. and the world at large in a multitude of ways over the last year. Unfortunately, it appears that the pandemic may also be inciting a rise in domestic violence. Today, ...
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Posted on Feb 28, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
For many parents, a child custody case will be the most important legal dispute they'll ever engage in. With the time you spend with your child on the line and the potential for your case to ...
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Posted on Feb 10, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
When many prospective parents consider adoption, one of the first decisions they make is whether to adopt locally via an organization such as the foster care system or to pursue international ...
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Posted on Jan 26, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Whether you're considering filing for divorce or just received a divorce petition from your spouse, you may have heard the term "divorce by default" somewhere before. Today, we're ...
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Posted on Jan 15, 2021 By Arnold Law Group, APC
Hiring an attorney for a family law case, especially a divorce, can feel like taking a leap of faith - frequently because that's exactly what it is. Your attorney will play a vital role in the ...
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