Signs of a high conflict divorce

This is for anyone who’s dating with marriage in mind — read carefully 👇

• Love bombing & rushing marriage

Big promises, fast timelines. Take time to watch how they handle stress, conflict, and disappointment.

• Secrets & lies (even small ones)

Dishonesty rarely stays small. If they lie now, they’ll lie later.

• All exes are “crazy”

A common red flag. High-conflict personalities often rewrite history and play the victim.

• How they treat “service” people

Rude to waiters, staff, or anyone they see as beneath them? That behavior usually shows up at home eventually.

• Gaslighting

If they constantly make you question your memory, feelings, or reality — pay attention.

• Lack of real empathy

Some people can perform empathy early on. Watch consistent behavior, not words.

• A history of cheating

Past behavior doesn’t always predict the future — but entitlement to cheat is a pattern I see over and over.

• Financial dependence

Have your own money. Make sure your name is on joint assets.

• Career sacrifice without protection

If you leave work to raise kids, protect yourself with a prenup or postnup — including financial security.

• Your intuition

Almost every high-conflict divorce starts with “I knew something felt off… but I ignored it.”

• Controlling behavior

What you wear. Who you see. Where you go. Your social media. Control always escalates.

💡 Love should feel safe, not confusing.

Trust patterns. Trust your gut.

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José A. Borrego

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