When you initiate a Massachusetts divorce, you may decide to pursue a no-fault divorce. A no-fault divorce means that your marriage broke down due to irreconcilable differences or something similar, rather than the actions of one party of the other. If you file for...
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The pros and cons of divorce-related market business valuation
If you are thinking of ending your marriage, retaining ownership of your business may be one of your top priorities. After all, you have put a significant amount of time, money and effort into your venture. Still, if the business is part of the marital estate, your...
How does parental alienation syndrome impact your adult children?
No one expects a divorce to go perfectly. Emotions run high, you make sacrifices, and life changes in a big way for everyone involved. But most co-parents will try to work through this hard time together for the sake of their child. Some co-parents do not wish for...
Signs or situations that are likely to lead to divorce
It is important for married couples to understand the signs and situations that often lead to divorce. This awareness could help people take actions to stop destructive behaviors. The causes of divorce range from common ones such as infidelity to a few surprising...
Separation vs. marital property: How to spot the difference
Property division is often a heated topic in a Massachusetts divorce. It involves separating all property and assets that you accumulated throughout your marriage. However, not all property is marital and some items may stay with you even after the divorce is...
Clearing up common misconceptions about prenuptial agreements
Prenuptial agreements are often utilized to guard pre-marriage assets in case of divorce. They are also used to outline the handling of matters like student debt, incapacity and death. This type of legal document is often associated with those possessing great...
How can you tell your child about your divorce?
Massachusetts parents like you often worry about how your child will handle the upcoming divorce. Unfortunately, this can lead to hesitation that might potentially make things even harder on your child. When it comes to telling your child about divorce, you may need...
How long does alimony last in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts weighs a number of factors when deciding whether to award you alimony in a divorce case. Your age, your level of education and whether you made sacrifices so your spouse could succeed are often among them. If the state does decide to award you alimony,...
Changing your name as a result of divorce
When someone decides to get a divorce, they have many different issues to focus on, whether they have children and are worried about custody or they struggle with the divorce process in general. Many people decide to change their name after ending their marriage and...
Missed child support payments may be contempt of court
Many parents may rely on receiving their monthly child support. If the noncustodial parent stops making these payments, parents need to understand their options. There are a few different things people might try when their ex-spouse fails to pay child support....