After divorce, couples generally set up separate residences. They could stay living in the same city they lived in while married, or one spouse may seek a fresh start in another part of the state -- or another part of the world.If you and your former spouse had no...
Month: December 2014
Bruce and Kris Jenner divorce finalized
Getting divorced in the public eye can be very difficult. Divorce is an intensely personal, emotionally difficult process. Going through it with the media following every court filing and rumor must make it that much more unpleasant.However, divorce documents are...
Man said he ‘died’ in 2009, cannot pay child support
Most parents who have been ordered to pay child support do so, because the amount they are supposed to pay is fair and they want to provide financially for their kids. However, some noncustodial parents are unable to afford the payments, or dispute paternity.People in...
6 ways to reduce your risk of divorce
There is no crystal ball for predicting whether a new marriage will last “til death” or not. Some seemingly incompatible couples end up having happy marriages; other times, spouses that appear to be perfect for each other wind up getting divorced.Though no one, least...
How do I and my ex maintain child discipline after divorce?
If your parents get divorced when you are young, it can seem like your whole world has been turned upside down. Suddenly, your parents live in two separate houses, and no longer discipline you as a unit.Though children may be tempted to push boundaries, in the long...
Divorcing New York parents can draw up their own parenting plan
In New York State, when divorcing couples cannot settle important issues on their own, the court will intervene. This can be necessary when the spouses cannot get along, but even the most well-intentioned judge may not issue an order that works for them.For example,...
How can my divorce affect my IRS tax return?
As we reach the end of the year, it is time for everyone to start getting their tax affairs in order. Though federal income taxes are not due until April 15, those who have undergone a significant life change, such as a divorce, in 2014 may need time to understand how...