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Using social media as a weapon to harm your spouse, whether intentionally or unintentionally, during the pendency of a divorce case can have serious negative consequences. Courts may consider social media activity as evidence in divorce proceedings, and actions that are intended to hurt or discredit your spouse may backfire and negatively impact your own case. Here...

Accountability serves as a powerful catalyst for reaching goals, offering a range of benefits that propel individuals and teams toward success. At its core, accountability instills a sense of responsibility and ownership. When you commit to being accountable for your actions and objectives, you become more invested in the outcomes. This heightened sense of ownershi...

The Arizona minimum wage increased from $13.85 per hour to $14.35 per hour. The latest increase took effect on January 1, 2024, and will remain in effect until December 31, 2024. This means that Arizona employers will need to start paying the higher minimum wage ($14.35 per hour) for all hours worked after January 1, 2024. If employees are classified as tipped empl...

Effective communication involves conveying your message clearly and understandably without repetition. I find that many people make their point and then pound on it, repeating it multiple times. This is frustrating to listen to and can cause some people to tune out the speaker, which turns into ineffective communication. A key to avoiding this type of repetition l...

The common dynamics of failed relationships often make it difficult to think clearly and make good decisions, especially in the early stages of divorce.  While my education and training has been focused on the legal and business aspects of divorce and becoming an effective advocate, it is equally important to help clients navigate the emotional aspects to facilita...

Dwight D. Eisenhower said, “What is important is seldom urgent and what is urgent is seldom important.” When I recently saw this quote, I thought of self-created emergencies versus real emergencies. I have had many clients over the years who have important matters that need to be resolved and understand that takes time. I have had other clients for whom everyth...

One of the most common assets that divorcing couples own is real property.  In many cases, the real property is limited to the marital residence.  However, some cases also involve either residential or commercial investment properties.  In those “more complex” cases, it is important to understand how each investment property and the income it generates will ...

Beginning in 2014, many of you probably read my blog regarding having a checkup for you and, if you have one, your business. This does not involve the doctor, but it does involve all the other professionals in your personal and business life. Based on the positive feedback, I have made this an annual tradition. Some of you said “What a great idea. I am definitel...

The power of lifting up others cannot be overstated. Mentoring and supporting colleagues or subordinates fosters an environment of growth and productivity. This practice not only benefits the individual being supported, but also enriches the overall team dynamics and organizational culture. When individuals are lifted and empowered, they gain confidence, skills, an...

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted as part of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020, and requires certain entities – primarily smaller and unregulated companies – to file a report identifying beneficial owners and company applicants with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This report identifies t...