2017-12-09 23:55
I sat down to write about winter and divorce, make a Game of Thrones joke, throw some legal words on the page, and be done. Boom: another successful post, more knowledge and wit dropped. But… Read More
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2017-12-07 17:28
Are Tipped Employees entitled to a minimum wage?
Yes. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), an employer may pay a tipped employee less than minimum wage by taking a “tip credit&rd&hell…Read More
2017-12-01 20:10
With one holiday past you, you look towards the visitation schedule for Christmas. Maybe the kids are with you, maybe with your ex. Regardless of the circumstances, the holidays are painful… Read More
2017-11-27 20:19
I was listening to the radio this morning and one of my favorite NBA players, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, was being interviewed. One of Kareem’s many stories always reminds me of an imp… Read More
2017-11-18 14:13
Narcissists. Round dos.
After years of abuse, reclaiming your life and developing confidence in your own decisions should be your priority. The sad truth is, your narcissist formed a codepe… Read More
2017-11-07 20:15
Narcissists. They’re everywhere. Many of them are well-loved, charming, charismatic people with devoted followers. In fact, they have a line of would-be followers that seems endless. T… Read More
2017-10-30 14:03
Trunk or Treat? The traditional door-to-door outing? Then, there’s the costume decision–you know it changes at least three times–a princess? A jedi? A dragon? A ninja?… Read More
2017-10-23 21:19
I read a lot about divorce. A lot. There’s good information out there, and then there’s absolute crap. Many sites post stuff I just consider “filler.” I usually skim… Read More
2017-10-19 21:49
Forget filing the papers — the story started years ago. Most couples can look back and remember when they fell in love, just as many who are divorcing can see the slow progressio… Read More
2017-10-02 14:16
The tumult of emotions in a divorce can often lead to a confusion in priorities. The sad truth is, children get forgotten or used in the divorce situation. While the parents bicker over cust… Read More
2017-09-25 14:45
We’ve crossed that threshold: autumn. It still feels like summer here in Arkansas, but the balance of light and dark tipped over into darkness with the autumnal equinox. We can look fo… Read More
2017-09-22 14:40
Employment Law Spotlight: Right to Work vs. Employment At Will
I have recently had several clients mention to me during conversations regarding an employment termination that the state has a… Read More
2017-09-22 14:38
Employment Law Spotlight: Title VII
Employment discrimination is illegal, right? Many people would likely say yes. In reality, that is way too broad of a statement. In fact, an employer may… Read More
2017-09-18 14:29
This blog so often deals with topics pertaining to divorce, and within most of our paragraphs we mention something about support. Not everyone finds the support needed during and after divor… Read More
2017-09-11 03:28
People say the oddest things when you divorce. It’s almost like they can’t stop themselves from showing a sincere lack of understanding of your situation, especially when you sud… Read More
2017-09-03 14:34
In the first stages of divorce it can be easy to see how the divorce will progress: couples have seen the uncoupling happening and are prepared to work together to end things as smoothly as… Read More
2017-08-27 14:03
Silver linings: for a parent during divorce, you need them. Single parenting is daunting. Divorce has the power to transform you into a better parent and that’s the greatest potential… Read More
2017-08-18 16:18
I read in Psychology Today how the death of a spouse rated at 100 on this official stress scale, but divorce registered at 73. The author of this article, one Susan Pease Gadoua, d… Read More
2017-08-11 20:43
If you are divorcing and your marriage lasted ten years or longer, this blog is for you; If you are a virtual voyeur, this blog also might be for you. There’s a trend in blogs an… Read More
2017-08-04 17:52
I’m pretty sure Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry from The Great British Baking Show would have plenty to say about the new bakes trending at divorce parties. Yes, divorce parties. It soun… Read More
2017-07-27 14:39
You decided to file for divorce. This decision might possibly rank as the scariest, bravest action you have ever taken. You probably feel relieved and guilty all at once. If you have childre… Read More
2017-07-20 13:33
Plenty of blogs open with quotes. We’ve got one by Robert Frost: “Nothing gold can stay.” See how classy that is? No wonder people open essays with poetry. The reason why i… Read More
2017-07-12 16:08
We recently discussed taxes on our blog, but after reviewing the last few years of blogging, we noticed a severe lack in discussions of finances and divorce. Whoops. That’s kind of a b… Read More
2017-06-28 14:44
One of the biggest complaints we hear from clients about other attorneys is availability. What do I mean? Clients call with questions, fears, concerns, and are met with silence. Many attorne… Read More
2017-06-15 15:34
This one is brief, but a good reminder of how the summer can offer up it’s own issues when it comes to co-parenting. Communicating with your spouse and your children is, of course, par… Read More
2017-06-08 14:49
Unfortunately, divorce takes a toll on finances. It can take years of budgeting and careful planning to bring finances back into a comfortable place; however, it’s also important for y… Read More
2017-05-31 20:02
One of the many signs a child might not be coping well with divorce is the obvious behavior issue. Children handle depression by showing anger, lashing out. This behavior issue might be the… Read More
2017-05-18 20:14
The relief summer brings from the rush and press of the school year feels about like the cool breeze that sweeps over you as you sit on your front porch and drink that cold, sweet tea. Or mi… Read More
2017-05-17 22:00
This is a brief overview about sealing criminal records in Arkansas. This is not intended to be a comprehensive guide of how to seal your record, or to serve as legal advice. If after readin… Read More
2017-05-11 16:01
Late nights struggling with laundry, early mornings managing lunches and breakfast while wrangling kids into clothes, finding stains on your work clothes, digging through your… Read More
2017-04-29 15:38
This past week I traveled to Orlando for work. After a contentious court hearing, and rude opposing counsel, I wearily made my way to Orlando International for my flight home.
I arrived a co… Read More
2017-04-28 18:06
It’s almost May. What does this mean? Well, in Arkansas it means the close of tornado season, the beginning of air conditioning bills, and the application of mosquito repellent. For ou… Read More
2017-04-20 18:14
Here’s the big one. The blog you’ve been clamoring for has arrived, because –let’s face it — we need a silver lining after the loss of a love we thought would l… Read More
2017-03-25 20:12
Are you in a battle with child protective services to get your children back? If so, I have some tips in this video that may save your case. Check it out.
The post Why Am I Los… Read More
2017-02-13 14:35
Death and taxes: You know the saying. We can’t really escape either, so I’m going to group divorce in this category too; the ripple of divorce is almost inescapable and the loss… Read More
2016-12-31 18:09
2016 is coming to an end and more than any other year in recent memory it seems most people are glad its over. I think there are two primary culprits for the malaise: 1) an… Read More
2016-12-05 16:18
Holidays are stressful enough without the complications of divorce. Juggling finances, schedules, events, and life in general around children and an ex seems virtually impossible — yet… Read More
2016-11-11 12:29
Drew Barrymore is selling wine now. Did you know this? I read it not too long ago in an article about her divorce. Ms. Barrymore had one of those short-lived marriages we like to mock, throw… Read More
2016-11-08 16:59
I have often written about Thomas Paine. Out of all the patriots that sacrificed so much for our country, he may be my favorite. He was unabashedly outspoken with his love of country, and he… Read More
2016-08-16 17:58
Boy, I’m tired! Aren’t you? It seems that life is just throwing everything at me at once. How about you? And then all of this political stuff thrown on top of it. UGH! Trump. Bla… Read More
2016-05-04 15:10
I’ve got this “Dad” mug in my hand.
At first, I felt uncomfortable even holding it. The mug symbolized all the things my ex-husband was not and the weight of this knowledge… Read More
2016-04-25 15:16
THE GOOD OL’ SUMMERTIME: Three Ways to Help With Co-parenting During the Summer Holidays
Ah, summertime. The sun is shining. The birds are singing. Is that a hint of seawater and… Read More
2016-03-08 13:00
We’ve all been there. Our favorite mug, pitcher, teapot, kitsch is in our hands and as we cross the room, bend to perform some mundane action — something happens and we lose our… Read More
2016-03-04 13:03
Never.
The post WHEN SHOULD YOU PROCEED IN YOUR DIVORCE WITHOUT A LAWYER? appeared first on Kevin Hickey Law Read More
2016-03-03 17:48
This blog will be short and sweet.
Let’s discuss timelines.
Clients sometimes wonder how they can be more helpful, and others are undergoing such stress and turmoil that they have no c… Read More
2016-02-26 15:33
“Objection your honor, that’s hearsay!”
We’ve all heard it, either in court or on tv. But what does it mean? Well, law schools spend weeks on hearsay and all of its m… Read More
2016-02-22 18:07
OK folks, let’s get real on depositions (Deposition ) for a minute. My clients by and large do an excellent job in depositions IMO. But there is always room for improvement. Here… Read More
2016-02-18 17:45
Blending Separately
Trending on today’s blogs and divorce sites is the term “blended family.” The idea is as it sounds: two families of parents and children blend together… Read More
2016-02-10 18:12
Well. It was supposed to be here, but any season in Arkansas is capricious. Even if our weather can’t be relied upon, what does seem to hold true is the amount of those filing for divo… Read More
2016-01-29 15:37
Kevin Hickey law was featured on a local news station about a particular legal issue pertaining to unmarried father’s rights. Children can be adopted, and the father might never know i… Read More
2015-11-24 20:16
The chill in the air is here to stay. The kids have a few remnants of hard candy leftover from Halloween, but all that’s left of the chocolate are the golden ghosts of foil wrapping. I… Read More
2015-10-30 21:40
Kids are resilient. We hear this so often it has become cliché. Kids do seem to heal faster, embrace easier than adults. Then there are those times when an event in their lives is big… Read More
2015-10-09 15:47
The costume decision. You know it changes at least three times. A princess? A jedi? A dragon? A ninja? A ninja-princess-dragon?
Maybe it’s a themed costume where the parent and the chi… Read More
2015-09-25 20:46
Guilt. Rejection. Self-love. Self-hate. The importance of sifting through residual emotions after divorce can determine your future self. How do you move on, whether you are the one who file… Read More
2015-09-18 16:30
In the history of theater you find comedies and tragedies. Everyone is either happy and married or sad and deceased. In our post-modern society, the answer to trauma is a mixture of the two… Read More
2015-09-11 21:26
With the children, the house, the emotions involved in divorce, it’s often easy to forget to plan for the future. Much of the energy of divorce focuses on the present. In many cases, y… Read More
2015-08-29 13:35
There’s a reason why divorce is often equated with death. In fact, divorce and death are two of the most stressful parts of life that people experience. Divorce is a death of dre… Read More
2015-08-21 15:50
The fall is full of stress and excitement, especially for divorced parents. Back-to-school scheduling and expenses can turn confusing and expensive. The balance for both sets of parents and… Read More
2015-08-14 13:46
I agree with Landers on the point about judges needing discretion. I think mandating a joint custody arrangement is definitely the wrong move. Arkansas has recently enacted legislation that… Read More
2015-08-07 13:34
The phrase “there’s an app for that” seems to apply to more and more areas of our lives everyday. Now there are apps for divorce. The SupportPay app mentioned in this artic… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
For years I have heard from people about the lures of Alaska. From those that have taken cruises there. From those that have travelled there to fish. From those that have t… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
In any litigation, including divorce cases, one of the first decisions that must be made is where to file the case. Even when both parties reside in the same state, different courts might ha… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The Arkansas Court of Appeals issued its ruling in the case of Woods v. Woods on August 28, 2013. It’s an interesting case as it illustrates the way the Court of Appeals reviews f… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
An interesting article from attorney Deborah G. Matthews caught my eye and left me with a stark conclusion: When it comes to dividing your marital assets in your divorce settlement negotiati… Read More
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