Substance abuse and drug addiction are issues that affect many Massachusetts families. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 24 million Americans are currently suffering from some form of drug or alcohol addiction. This is an issue that affects people of every background - including parents.
Infographic: Drug Testing in Massachusetts Family Courts
Massachusetts Lawmakers Are Trying to Save Kids from Tackle Football
Growing national consternation about the health effects of tackle football - the
head trauma, the concussions, the CTE - has pushed legislators in at least five states to introduce bills creating a minimum age for kids to participate. With HD 2501, "An Act for No Organized Head Impacts to Schoolchildren," a bipartisan group of Massachusetts legislators joins them.
How to Gain Custody of Your Massachusetts Children
If you're going through a Massachusetts divorce that involves children, one of the
biggest arguments or disagreements you may be having is the topic of child custody. While we want our children to grow up with the happiest life possible, sometimes sharing legal and physical custody does not make sense or would not be in the best interest of the child. But even though you know you deserve full care, you need to be able to convince the court that you deserve it as well. Proving your ex-spouse or the other parent of your children does not deserve any custody can be a difficult thing to manage. But if you're properly prepared and understand the extent of what you need to prove, you can have a better shot at getting the full custody you believe you deserve.
What Type of Divorced Massachusetts Dad Are You?
One of the many unfortunate outgrowths of a Massachusetts divorce is that
mothers more often that not have the majority of parenting time.
Do You Worry How a Massachusetts Divorce Will Affect Your Child In School?
Are you in the process of a Massachusetts divorce? Do you worry how it will affect
your child in school?
Massachusetts Divorce + Child Custody Battle = Epic Failure
Important to keep in mind that Massachusetts divorced parents are still in a
relationship, frequently lasting many years. But just because a couple didn't get it right while married, they can still have a respectful parenting relationship after divorce, right? Not very often. With all the bitterness and anger surrounding divorce, children frequently become POWs in the civil war of a custody battle.
How to Prepare For a Hostile Massachusetts Divorce
Every year, thousands of Massachusetts couples make the difficult decision to get
a divorce. While some divorces can be a seamless transition into a new life for both partners, some divorces can be contested. Divorce settlements are routinely complicated by issues such as child custody, alimony, and division of property.
Massachusetts Fathers Receive 50% Parenting Time!
A first-of-its-kind study found that parenting time varies dramatically as you cross state lines. Nationwide, a father is likely to receive about 35% of parenting time. See how your state compares below.
Parental Guidance: 15 Things to Give Up to Be a Happy Massachusetts Parent
You want to be a happy Massachusetts parent but your countless responsibilitie
s make this goal challenging. Don't lose hope just yet.
How To Make Your Massachusetts Divorce Less Tough on Your Kids
Making the decision to divorce in Massachusetts your partner is not something that
should be done lightly, especially when there are children involved. On the other hand, unhappy couples should not stay together solely for the sake of the children.
