The Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is a federal law that offers important legal protections to military members and their families in different areas, including mortgages and life insurance. SCRA also helps in divorce cases. It recognizes the unique...
Month: October 2023
Do I need my ex’s approval when going on a vacation with our child?
For most people, a family vacation is something worth looking forward to. However, this excitement can be considerably complicated if a child’s parents are no longer together and the vacation in question involves traveling out of state. Depending on the terms of any...
5 things to consider before changing your name after divorce
When you took your husband’s last name after marriage, it was a gesture of love, affection and commitment to your spouse. Now that you're no longer together, you may want to free yourself from sharing his name. However, choosing to revert back to your previous surname...
Former spouses of federal employees and FEHB insurance coverage
If your spouse is a current or retired federal employee, you likely haven’t given much thought to your health insurance in a long time, since you’ve been eligible through them for Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB). If you’re divorcing, however, you need to know...
