It did not take long for news to travel when Bed Bath & Beyond announced that it would close more than 350 stores. The popular home goods company has been struggling financially for some time now. Like other iconic specialty shops in Mississippi and elsewhere,...
Year: 2023
When child custody issues arise during military deployment
Many Mississippi parents are in the U.S. military. Balancing the responsibilities of family life with military duties often presents challenges. This is especially true for servicemembers who are navigating divorce proceedings. If child custody issues arise, for...
Clarify child custody terms before heading to court
If a pair of Mississippi parents decide to divorce, they must try to work out terms regarding all issues relevant to their children. Such issues include financial matters as well as child custody issues. It is important to understand the difference between types of...
Dads can seek sole custody in a divorce
Many people in Mississippi and elsewhere still hold a mistaken belief that family court judges automatically grant sole custody to mothers over fathers. Most judges prefer to issue rulings for shared custody, provided there are no reasons to restrict or prohibit one...
These 5 issues often precede bankruptcy
In a turbulent economy, it does not take much to spark a personal or business financial crisis. Many Mississippi residents are currently struggling to keep their businesses afloat or even just to make ends meet at home. While every situation is unique, there are five...
Creative ways to avoid child custody problems in summer
Many Mississippi households include families where the parents recently got divorced. This naturally causes a certain amount of disruption and emotional upset in children’s lives. But when parents are willing to cooperate and support each other, they can help their...
Will bankruptcy save David’s Bridal stores?
Many retailers in Mississippi and beyond have encountered financial challenges in recent years. For some, minor money problems have escalated into full-blown financial crises. One such company, popular among brides-to-be throughout the country, is David’s Bridal. The...
Benefits and downsides to sole child custody in divorce
A Mississippi family’s daily life may be disrupted because of a marital breakdown. When children are involved, an effort must be made to create a plan that enables them to continue to flourish despite changes in their lives. Divorce doesn’t necessarily have to keep...
Avoid issues that trigger child custody problems
When a pair of Mississippi parents files for divorce, they must resolve numerous issues regarding the care and financial provisions for their children. Even when parents get along well enough to be in the same room without arguing, they might disagree about...
Strong legal support can alleviate child custody stress
When you realized that your marriage was not going to last a lifetime, you no doubt immediately began thinking about your children’s well-being and how a divorce might affect them. No two families are the same; in fact, no two children within the same family will...