In some cases, if you're thinking of ending your marriage, you may have the option to use an annulment. This is often used when someone wants out of the marriage almost instantly. Maybe new information came to light or they just realized they made a mistake. When an...
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Can your ex kick you out of the house?
You decide that you want to get divorced, and you tell your spouse. In response, they tell you that you need to move out. But do you actually have to? It's understandable that this can be a stressful time for you as a couple, as the marriage ends. And many couples do...
What can a prenuptial agreement do for you?
A lot of planning usually goes into the wedding day. After all, this is supposed to be one of the biggest days in a person’s life. Couples will probably have spoken in-depth about whether they are ready for the commitment. Sometimes, the planning ceases at the point...
Don’t let friendly advice mislead you during divorce
Your friends and family may want what’s best for you, but that doesn’t mean that they have a full understanding of what you’re going through. When you go through a divorce, it’s a good idea to remember that what they may have experienced in the past might not be what...
Dealing with difficult in-laws during divorce
During your marriage, you may have had a perfectly cordial relationship with your in-laws. Often, spouses are able to form very strong bonds with the other side of the family. Unfortunately, the divorce process can place great strain on these relationships. If you...
Failing to disclose assets during a divorce is against the law
Usually, money matters take center stage in a divorce. Issues to do with child support, alimony, and property division are among the most contentious, which is why some people may be tempted to hide assets. This is especially true for high net worth divorces where the...
Your divorce odds are higher this month
Do you often wonder if your spouse has been thinking about asking for a divorce? Maybe you can tell that both of you are not necessarily happy in the marriage, but you haven't taken this step yet. If so, be aware that the divorce rate tends to be higher in January, so...
How social media can impact your upcoming divorce
Many people might struggle to understand the true legal implications of their rights. For example, people think that the right to speak freely means that they should never face consequences for what they say in person or on digital platforms. What freedom of speech...
Is it worth fighting for spousal maintenance in New York?
As someone who is going through a divorce, one of the things you should be monitoring closely is your budget. You need to sit down and determine if you can continue living on your current earnings or if you need additional support. If you have been a stay-at-home...
How do you divide expensive art during a divorce?
As you prepare to go through your divorce, one of the things you’ll need to do is divide your assets. Of your shared marital assets, you may have valuable art pieces. Those art pieces may be worth hundreds, thousands or hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not more....