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To say that family dynamics have changed in the past few decades would be quite an understatement. Very few families in 2021 look the way the "traditional family" did in the 1950's. Today, it seems like every family is different! Some families have one parent, some...

If you are an expectant father or already father of a child, and not married to the mother, then you need to proactively protect your parental rights. Your rights are not automatic and can be lost quickly and easily. There are three means by which your rights may be...

You've recently been arrested. No matter what the charge is, your next step is to hire a Covington criminal defense attorney. But, who? This is a really big decision, one that will affect the rest of your life. The right lawyer could make the difference between...

Your day started out like any other, with work and other responsibilities. Then in an instant, your life is changed forever because of a car accident. Ever since that day, you've been in pain and your bills are mounting. Beyond the healthcare costs associated with the...

When you stood in front of your friends and family and said "I do" you never imagined your marriage would fall apart. This past year has put so much stress on an already fragile relationship. It's time to admit that it's over. The real question is- what is next? Those...

The past years have been hard for all of us, and this has been made obvious in the number of divorces being filed. Divorce might feel like the end of your life. It is not! Here at Ellen Cronin Badeaux, we want you to see divorce as a new opportunity to continue your...

Very few people enter marriage expecting to be divorced. Yet, the numbers don't lie. About 40 to 50 percent of married couples in the United States divorce. The divorce rate for subsequent marriages is even higher. That means close to half of the people standing at...

When it comes to raising a child, consistency is key. You may read this and say "Well sure, but my family cannot do that now that the kids' time is split between two households." Divorce may make consistency a bit more difficult to achieve, but it doesn't make it...

One of the happiest times of the year becomes one of the hardest times of the year after a divorce. Yes, we're talking of course about the Holiday Season. If you thought planning for all of the holiday events and figuring out gifts, schedules, time off school, and who...

After your divorce, simply getting through your daily routine can be difficult. Your entire life has been turned upside down. With the Holidays right around the corner, this time of the year can feel insurmountable. The holidays are supposed to be a time to celebrate...