Typically, every parent wants what’s best for their child. But sometimes, when emotions run high, one parent can act in ways that damage their child’s relationship with the other parent. This is known as parental alienation, and it is something that can have a big impact on child custody cases in...
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If you discovered that a business partner had committed fraud—or strongly suspect they might screw you over if given the chance—you would think twice before doing another deal with them. If you had no choice but to maintain that relationship, you’d put contract terms in place to protect yourself and your business.
When your ex mentions taking your child out-of-state, even “just for a trip,” it’s natural to feel uneasy. What if they don’t come back? What if they decide to move permanently? Can you do anything to stop them?
This is such a common fear that Attorney Bob Matteucci advises...
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During a divorce, when so many aspects of a child’s family life are in flux, it can be helpful to find ways for them to spend quality time with both parents. But if your child’s other parent isn’t acting in good faith, you are going to have to make some hard choices....
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If your child’s other parent is putting your child at risk of serious harm while they have physical custody, taking legal action to obtain emergency temporary custody is something you should consider. In New Mexico, a parent who believes their child’s current custody agreement poses an immediate danger can file an...
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If you and your child’s other parent have far more disagreements about your custody agreement and co-parenting plan during the holidays than any other time of year, you are not alone. If you need proof, look no further than the classic holiday movie The Santa Clause.
The Tim...
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From figuring out how your child is supposed to build a meaningful relationship with someone who is not physically present, to determining how to make shared decisions about your child’s well-being when you aren’t in the same room, co-parenting with someone who does not live close by presents many challenges.
If you have ever watched an episode of Hoarders or stopped your scrolling when you saw someone deep cleaning a dirty car, you know what can happen when your impulse to save things gets out of control. Items pile up, it gets overwhelming, and important stuff gets lost when the clean-up involves...
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A quarter of a century ago (Yikes! How was 1999 that long ago?) country singer Brad Paisley wrote and recorded the ultimate song about the importance of stepparents. “He Didn't Have to Be” is written from the perspective of a man who is in the hospital awaiting the birth of his first...
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It seems like summer has only just begun, but the smell of Scotch tape and newly sharpened pencils is already wafting through stores in the Albuquerque area. Whether the start of a new school year is something you dread or a much-anticipated event, there are many things you and your child’s other...
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