When a married couple goes through the process of getting divorced, they will almost inevitably get involved in a debate over how to distribute their marital property. In some cases, they may not even agree on what exactly counts as marital property, for the purposes of dividing up their assets. But what exactly is marital property, and why is it so important in divorce law?
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When a couple gets involved in a divorce where one parent receives primary custody of the children, invariably the issue of visitation rights will come up. The decision about granting visitation rights is based principally on what the judge believes is in the best interests of the child. However, what goes into that determination can be somewhat opaque at times. Here are five major considerations that go into visitation rights determinations:
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In any divorce where one parent is given primary custody of a child, the question of child support will inevitably arise. The decision of a judge to award child support is a major one, which can have significant financial consequences for both spouses. But what exactly is child support, and when does a judge decide that it is appropriate?
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Equitable distribution is the process by which a divorcing couple’s shared marital property is divided between them. This process is often complicated and emotionally fraught, with both sides struggling to get a favorable outcome to the distribution. But what should you be taking into consideration when going through equitable distribution?
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Every day, more people sign up for social media accounts on sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn, among others. While these sites can be useful for staying in touch with friends and family, and even be useful for professional networking, they also pose a significant risk to anyone involved in a lawsuit. People dealing with divorce, in particular, need to be careful about what they post on social media, because anything they post can, and will, be used against them.
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Spousal maintenance, also known as spousal support or alimony, is an important part of protecting the rights of spouses after a divorce. Without it, many divorcing spouses would face undue hardship, struggling to pay for themselves and their dependents without the income of their ex-spouse. Here are five things you need to know about spousal maintenance:
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More than 220 million Americans have at least one social media account, and most of them use social media on a regular basis. While this is not strictly a problem by itself, the ways people use social media can potentially cause problems, especially for someone involved in divorce proceedings. Here are five ways that social media can cause problems in a divorce: Continue reading “Five Ways Social Media Can Cause Problems in a Divorce”
There is a chance you have heard of “no-fault” divorce, especially if you have been considering getting a divorce yourself. For many people, it can seem like an odd term, especially when many no-fault divorces still wind up being incredibly contentious. But what is it that makes no-fault divorce special, and what is the alternative? Continue reading “What Makes a Divorce “No-Fault?””
In New York State, a judge will determine the equitable distribution of assets if there is no prior written agreement between the parties. Equitable distribution refers to the separation of assets and financial responsibilities of the parties. In order to properly complete this process, a judge must know all of the marital assets and debts, including student loans.
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