January 2025 / 29 posts found
Children Of Divorced Parents At A Higher Risk Of Having A Stroke? Study Offers Compelling Evidence
Watching parents get divorced can put a lot of stress and trauma on a child’s mind. According to researchers, it could be a possible explanation as to what leads to stroke later in life. Children who witness and experience divorce of their parents are approximately two-thirds more likely to have a stroke. (Photo: Freepik) Divorce and the risk of stroke: The health consequences of divorce are many, especially for children caught in the middle of a tumultuous separation of their parents. But, while the mental and emotional aspects of divorce are often highlighted, new research has found that children of […]
Are you co-parenting with an ex-partner?
Do you have a 4-8 year old? Take part in new research study of separated parents A research team at the University of Edinburgh is conducting a ‘Parenting after divorce or separation study’ to explore family life and children’s wellbeing in different post-separation parenting arrangements. Despite the growing number of parents sharing care (for example, 2-3 days a week, alternating weeks), very little UK research has been done which looks at family relationships and child wellbeing in these arrangements. This study aims to increase understanding of family life, provide co-parenting families with a chance to learn about other families in […]
Doctors told these women they were dying. The first thing they did was leave their husbands: Inside the alarming trend of ‘cancer divorces’
Cassandra Kalpaxis has witnessed heartbreak and betrayal from every angle during her 14 years as a lawyer handling divorce cases. But one peculiar type of marriage breakdown continues to shock her – even though she has seen it happen many times before, and likely many times to come. The family law expert, 37, admits she never ceases to be amazed by the wives who walk into her office asking for a divorce after finding out they are dying. ‘They come to me in the middle of their cancer treatment and tell me they want a divorce,’ she tells me. ‘They are […]
High Court: Litigation restriction order made against mother and son in medical negligence proceedin…
The High Court has made a litigation restriction order against a mother and son in circumstances where they issued eight sets of proceedings arising from alleged medical negligence in relation to his treatment following his birth. About this case: Citation:[2024] IEHC 747 Judgment: Court:High Court Judge:Ms Justice Niamh Hyland Delivering judgment for the High Court, Ms Justice Niamh Hyland stated: “Given the nature of these proceedings, and the unfortunate history of A’s birth and subsequent problems, I would like to emphasise that I have no doubt that Ms AA believes she is acting in the best interests of A, that […]
Understanding the Lauryn Goodman v Kyle Walker Case
The recent legal battle between Lauryn Goodman and footballer Kyle Walker sheds light on the intricacies of financial provision cases under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989. It also underscores the challenges of privacy in family courts, especially for public figures. At Dominic Levent Solicitors, we understand the unique complexities of these cases and are here to provide expert guidance. Lauryn Goodman’s legal claims revolved around securing financial support for her two children with Kyle Walker, despite them not being married. Walker’s substantial wealth—estimated at £26.7 million—placed this case squarely in the realm of “big money” litigation. The purpose […]
My Divorce Was the Ultimate Lesson in Honest Parenting
Divorce perhaps did not come as a surprise to my two children, ages 7 and 11. I brought up the topic to my then husband on dozens of occasions throughout the last three years of our marriage. I had even retained counsel in mid-2023, although I didn’t officially file for divorce until the year after. It didn’t seem to shock close friends, neighbors, and colleagues either. After talking with them, it occurred to me, how common divorce is—and not just among the public figures we continue to hear about. Recently, longtime celebrity couple Jessica Simpson and her husband Eric Johnson […]
How predatory litigation is damaging UK plc’s reputation
Saturday 25 January 2025 5:22 am | Updated: The rise of predatory class action law suits and a lack of transparency around litigation funding are putting off investors, says Seema Kennedy Last week the courts rejected a £500m class action brought on behalf of 36m British consumers against Apple and Amazon. The case – which hinged on whether the two companies were illegally colluding to keep product prices high – was not dismissed on the merits of the case. Rather, it failed to get off the ground at the first hurdle because the judge had concerns about the person bringing the […]
A Deposition Queen’s Tips for Overcoming Fear and Standing Tall During Litigation
Most of us aren’t born with a powerful courtroom presence and a reputation for extracting crucial information in tense depositions. But we can learn. Guest Tara-Jane Flynn has been called a “Princess Warrior” and “The Deposition Queen” for her tough, compelling courtroom manner. But the veteran California personal injury litigator says she started out as a shy girl too overwhelmed to give a classroom speech in school. She taught herself to be strong and to be the strength her clients need. She got involved in theater and public speaking. She guest hosted podcasts. And she developed a strong social media […]
Evolving pre-action protocols: a new era in civil litigation
In November 2024 the Civil Justice Council published the Phase Two Report of its review of the Pre-Action Protocols. This followed the Phase One report, which was published in August 2023. While the first report dealt with the Practice Direction on Pre-action Conduct (PDPAC) and the second report dealt with the specific protocols (including those dealing with personal injury and debt claims), the completion of the CJC’s review presents a useful opportunity to take stock of the pre-action landscape and consider its place in civil litigation. Litigation as a measure of last resort The importance of pre-action conduct in civil […]
Blue Monday: Why more needs to be done to support families through the emotional distress of divorce
January is often referred to as “Divorce Month” by family law professionals, as it consistently sees a noticeable spike in divorce filings and inquiries. The Ministry of Justice’s Family Court Statistics has revealed that in the UK there was a 60% increase in new divorce applications being made in January compared to December last year. Divorce is a complex and profoundly emotional process that affects not just the couple involved but also their children. While the focus often remains on the emotional and financial implications for the divorcing spouses, the impact on children can be equally, if not more, significant. […]