Insurance and Divorce 

Dear Broken Hearted Girl,

When you go through a divorce, there are many legal issues, propert issues and custody issues to consider. There may be so much, in fact, that you don't think about transferring your health insurance from your ex-spouse's policy. While he can maintain health insurance for the children under his policy, you are required to change your policy immediately. You can get COBRA (definition in article below), or get insurance through your employer (in some cases, this may not take place immediately), or you can go through a noted insurance company like AETNA or Blue Cross Blue Shield. Either way, your health is very important, especially during this traumatic time, so be sure to get your new insurance card quickly.

Here's an article written by a law firm about transferring your insurance. I hope you find it helpful. This article strictly refers to California's health policy. Use the internet or contact your lawyer to find out the policy's in your State.

Feel better!