There is good news in the marriage world. Across the country, divorce rates are on the decline. In fact, New York Daily News reports that divorce rates are the lowest they have been in 35 years.While divorces still occur, many couples are looking toward alternatives,...
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Legal Separation
What is the legal difference between separation and divorce?
Some couples are unsure if divorce is the right answer to their problems and want to legally separate to experience what it would be like to live apart before making a final decision. Other couples are sure they want a divorce, but would like a legal separation first...
Why would I benefit from a legal separation?
There are many reasons why a married couple may decide to legally separate and many often do without going the route of a legal separation. It may help to know what makes a legal separation different from simply living apart and what benefits it can offer. A legal...
Legal separation, as it precedes divorce
There are many reasons why a divorce isn't something you want to rush into. In some courts, a judge will even require a couple to sit on a divorce petition for a specified length of time before proceeding to confirm this is truly the direction they want to go. It...
Addressing relevant issues with a legal separation
A legal separation is another option instead of filing for divorce. When spouses no longer wish to reside in the same home, but aren't ready or do not want to divorce, yet want to have their legal rights protected, a legal separation can be sought. Most issues that...
Survey: 27 percent of divorced people have had sex with their ex
A survey conducted to promote a television show may not be the most scientific poll ever done. But a survey released on behalf of the show “The Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce” does raise interesting questions about whether it is ever truly over for many once-married...
Why do some New York couples prefer separation to divorce?
Last month, we discussed the legal process and requirements for becoming legally separated in New York State. Some readers may have been left wondering why a married couple would want to enter into this marital status. It must seem to many that it lacks many of the...
How do I get a legal separation in New York State?
Divorce is not for every couple in Buffalo. Some people object to divorce for religious or personal reasons, but nevertheless no longer wish to live with their spouse. Others are considering divorce, but want to live apart for a while first, perhaps while working with...
Is separation better than divorce for the children’s sake?
"We are staying together for the sake of the kids." That is a statement that used to be heard often decades ago. It may be used by some still today. But many experts question whether parents really do their children any favors by staying together when their marriage...
Poor health seems to put undue strain on marriages
Traditional marriage vows have been repeated so many times that, to many of us, they are a cliche: for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health. Truth be told, vows are only words until they are put into practice. And when things go from "in...