It’s not uncommon to look for a fresh start when the calendar turns to a new year. And for that reason, January is one of the most common months for divorce filings. If you’re considering divorce and have plans to go down this path in the new year, there are a variety of steps you
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How are bicyclists put at risk when sharing the road with cars?
Riding your bike around cars often feels very dangerous, but it’s also unavoidable. You need to share the road with motor vehicles. What types of risks do you take on and how can you avoid them? Here are a few key examples. You get hit as a car turns Even if you have the right of
Can a demand letter help settle a personal injury accident claim?
After suffering a personal injury in a motor vehicle crash, chances are you must deal with insurance companies. As you probably know, these companies prefer not to pay out claims if they can avoid doing so. If you feel this is an unfair way to operate a business, you are not alone. However, it is
How do you get your spouse to accept the divorce?
Sometimes, when couples divorce, both are at their breaking point and ready for the split. But many other times, one spouse is still heavily invested in the marriage and vehemently does not want a divorce. What happens then? How can you bring the nonaccepting spouse to the point where they accept the reality of the situation? The
What crash avoidance systems should you have on your next car?
If you’ve been in a car crash, you may be shopping for a new vehicle once you’re ready to drive again. Maybe yours is beyond repair or perhaps you just feel the need for a car that can help prevent you from being hit by a negligent driver. Either way, one advantage of getting a
Traveling? Remember these tips to stay safe while driving somewhere new
This is a busy time of year in Mesa. Many people travel into the area to escape the colder temperatures up north, and that means that the flow of traffic changes, too. It is important that anyone who is traveling into a new state or region does take time to get to know the laws.
Child custody: Tips for working out an arrangement
Child custody matters can be difficult to work through, but this can be a bit easier if both parents decide that they are going to put the children first. There are several things that you might be able to do that could help make things a bit less stressful. One of the most important things to do
8 Things Arizona Residents Should Do Before Filing for Divorce
If you’re thinking about getting divorced, you may be aware that it’s not always an easy and simple process. Although the paperwork itself can be taken care of quickly, the emotional and financial ramifications of the divorce can have repercussions on your life and lifestyle for years to come. The first thing you should
How to manage your finances during a divorce
Divorce is never cheap. Proper planning, however, can reduce the negative effect divorce has on your finances, and it’s an essential part of moving forward with your life following a marital split. Here are some steps to take to make sure that you’re handling your finances as well as possible: Work out what you own:
More people drive distracted than you might imagine
As with many activities that fall into a legally and morally grey area, texting while driving is very hard for researchers to quantify. People who routinely engage in this unsafe behavior likely won’t admit to doing so when asked. Even anonymous surveys often make people feel nervous about admitting to what they know are dangerous