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Diana Isaac
Having The “Money Talk” Leads To Better Relationships
Whether you're entering into a marriage with the intent of keeping finances separate, or plan to mix love and money, it's critical to have a thorough money talk, says family lawyer Diana Isaac.
Click here to read more about this trending topic, and get some excellent tips from Pattie Lovett-Reid on how to have "the talk."
Rick Peticca
Why More Adult Kids Are Supporting Their Parents
Almost all Canadian parents with kids between the ages of 18 to 35 have supported them financially in their adulthood. However, some adult children are in the opposite situation, and divorce may have something to do with that, shares family lawyer Rick Peticca. Read more to find out how this trend is affecting Canadian families.
Ron Shulman
Divorce Act Changes Incorporate Child-Focused Language
The modernization of the federal Divorce Act is long overdue, but the changes are well intentioned, confirms Ron Shulman. In particular, the introduction of concepts such as parenting time, decision-making responsibility and contact should reduce conflict between separating co-parents and help remove winner-loser mentality.
Click here to read more about the exciting new changes to the act.
Laura Paris
Snooping On A Spouse: What’s Legal and What’s Not
Think twice before you snoop! Laura Paris talks about the sophisticated new ways some spouses are trying to collect evidence, and how a court may (or may not) use that evidence in a family law case.
Diana Isaac
How Custody And Access Work For Co-Parents Like Drake
Drake’s family picture may not look the way he had thought it would, but the Canadian rap star is learning learning how to co-parent with the mother of his son, despite the fact that they never shared a long-term relationship.
Family lawyer Diana Isaac explains how custody and access may be determined for co-parents like Drake, and why allowing the child to develop a relationship with both parents is a good thing.
Rick Peticca
Adult Children Should Take Caution If They’re Financially Supporting Parents
Adult children who financially support an aging parent just want to make sure they are living comfortably. But many young adults are unaware of the issues that can arise if their parent decides to cohabit with a new romantic partner. Rick Peticca shares some excellent advice with 680 News that will help children and their parents avoid potential money and legal issues.