Typically, we think of fault as not being a factor when it comes to divorce, but as we’ve been exploring, there are certain instances where it can factor in, infrequent as they are. In addition to the rare cases where fault can factor into property division,...
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Can fault factor into property division decisions in New York? P.2
Last time, we raised the question of whether fault can be a factor in property division decisions here in New York, and if so, then how? As we noted, fault is generally not a factor for judges when making property division decisions. It may become a factor, though, in...
Can fault factor into property division decisions in New York? P.1
Division of marital property is an important issue in divorce, and not only because of the inherent value of the property involved, but also because of matters of justice and equity. As readers may be aware, the state of New York utilizes an approach to property...