When a marriage comes to an end, it is normal to want the divorce process to be quick, painless and peaceful. Some Ohio couples are able to accomplish that while others are not. Divorce can get ugly for some couples -- it is just a fact of life. Regardless if one's dissolution is amicable or a mess, a family law attorney can help one through it.

An example of a marriage gone sour and a divorce getting out of hand was recently shared by a divorce attorney in another state. She has practiced for more than two decades and has pretty much seen it all. This particular case, though, was one of the worst she has ever experienced.

Every year, numerous couples in Ohio choose to end their marriages. When they have children, figuring out child custody arrangements can be difficult. At the end of the day, it is all about determining what is best for their kids. Sometimes, parents can figure that out on their own, and sometimes, the issue has to be settled in court. Either way, each parent can turn to a family law attorney for assistance fighting for a custody agreement that they feel serves their children's best interests.

The state honestly prefers that parents try to work out child custody matters on their own. When each parent gets a say, they are more likely to come to terms with which both are comfortable. There are a few ways in which parents can reach child custody terms without going to court: private negotiations with or without legal counsel, informal negotiations with legal counsel or by utilizing an alternative dispute resolution method -- such as mediation. No matter how one goes about it, having one's attorney review the terms before signing anything is usually a good idea.

Every year there are a good number of Ohio residents who require surgical treatment for a range of medical issues. When going under the knife, there is always hope that one will not experience any complications and that the surgical staff will get through one's procedure error-free. Unfortunately, surgical errors are more common than people think, leaving victims to experience physical, emotional and financial damages. An experienced personal injury attorney can help victims of surgical mistakes seek relief for their losses.

According to current statistics, up to 440,000 people in the United States die every year as a result of medical mistakes, and many more suffer injuries. It is believed surgical errors contribute to a good chunk of those injuries and deaths. What causes surgeons to make mistakes?

A divorce agreement is a legally binding contract. Once signed, both parties are expected to live up to the terms; in fact, it typically is included in and survives the judgment of divorce. Unfortunately, some people in Ohio and elsewhere find that their exes will not abide by the settlement contract. When that happens, a family law attorney may be able to help with term enforcement. This type of issue is currently being seen in the Terry and Linda Bollea divorce case.

Terry Bollea, famously known as Hulk Hogan, was married to Linda for 25 years before their union officially ended in divorce. His wife reportedly did a lot to help him build his Hulkamania business. As such, she requested that she be granted 40 percent of future earnings as part of the divorce settlement. Hogan agreed to this, and he also gave Linda properties valued at $3 million and 70 percent of their liquid assets.