Are women more likely to begin the divorce process in San Diego? It may surprise you to learn that according to a recent study by Stanford University “Who wants the Breakup? Gender and Breakup in Heterosexual Couples” almost 70% of divorces are filed by a woman. The study is based upon a survey of over 2,000 people ranging in age …
Women Often Face Substantial Financial Challenges After Divorce
A recent study has brought a concerning fact to light with respect to divorce: women often face substantial financial challenges after divorce. The myth commonly portrayed in movies and television shows women who “win” a divorce case resulting in big child custody, support and spousal support payments. This new study points to a different reality. The Certified Family Law Specialists …
Women Initiate more Divorces than Non-Marital Breakups
It may be surprising for many California couples that women initiate more divorces than non-marital breakups according to a new study that was presented to the American Sociological Association. The researchers reported that non-marital breakups are usually gender neutral, but women tend to file for a divorce more often than men in relationships of the opposite sex. The study took …