Medical conditions, both in the child and in on one of the parents, can have a direct impact on the decision about custody in an Illinois divorce. All of the issues handled in custody decisions, including visitation, custody, support, and property division, become more complex when weighing medical needs. Understanding these impacts is important when entering child custody decisions. Special Needs Children and Child Custody A child who has special needs may have additional expenses to care … [Read more...]
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Will COVID-19 Cause a Rise in Divorce Rates?
The coronavirus and resulting lockdowns may lead to a rise in the number of divorce cases in the United States as couples must adjust to living together without a break for weeks on end. In China, COVID-19 lockdowns have already led to increased divorce numbers, and the British Parliament is experiencing the same thing. As states start to slowly open across the United States, similar reports are likely to come to light. The Emotional Toll of Quarantine Hurts Marriages In most families, the … [Read more...]