Yakima Family Law Blog
Clearing up confusion about third-party custody
Sometimes a parent is no longer able or fit to take adequate care of his or her children. Perhaps the parent uses drugs or is serving a prison sentence. You may know of a child whose parent is in a situation like this and want to help. If so, you may be able to seek...
Understanding how courts calculate child support
Determining how to allocate child support payments is often one of the most worrisome aspects of the divorce process for both custodial and noncustodial parents. Washington law has guidelines and exceptions for child support that are specific to the state. Learning...
What are the penalties for drunk driving?
The stress and worry resulting from a traffic stop for suspected driving under the influence often do not stop there. Drunk driving charges may carry significant and lasting consequences, which may affect your personal and professional life. Therefore, if you face...
What are the Washington marijuana misdemeanor penalties?
Washington legalized the use of marijuana for adults over the age of 21 in 2012. There are still some important restrictions, which if violated, could result in misdemeanor charges. The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board states that you cannot drive under the...
Can “nesting” help us co-parent?
No two divorces look the same, and co-parenting agreements are similar. What works for one family may not work for another, and many parents devise ingenious solutions to the challenges of co-parenting. A popular new strategy is to engage in a “nesting” arrangement to...
Am I a victim of domestic abuse?
Most people believe that it is easy to identify domestic abuse, especially if it is happening in your own relationship. The truth is, many victims of abuse do not recognize the signs when they are happening to them because of the mental impact abusive spouses can have...
Understanding collaborative divorce
An increasingly popular way to handle family law matters is through “collaborative” processes. This area of dispute resolution extends to divorces, allowing couples to avoid conflict in court but still retain attorneys to protect their individual rights. Some...
How should you approach divorce with your child?
Washington parents like you have a lot of complex matters to work through during divorce. You have more to focus on than childless couples, too. Not only must you focus on your own personal matters. You must also ensure that your child remains safe moving forward. One...
What should I do if falsely accused of violence?
Being falsely accused of any crime is a stressful, difficult experience. However, being falsely accused of domestic violence is a specific situation that can cost you not only your freedom but also your reputation. Because domestic violence is such a severe, shocking...
Tips for protecting your finances while going through a divorce
For many individuals facing divorce, a common top priority is the sustainment of financial stability both now and for the future. Between property division, bank account splits and child-related arrangements, spouses ending their marriage have more than legal fees to...
