Prenuptial agreements are not uncommon these days as more and more couples are signing these documents either before taking their vows or adding it after the fact. Prenuptial agreements can take care of plenty of things for a married couple, even if they believe they...
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Month: March 2017
What are the marital property laws of New York?
Living in New York has its benefits, including the beautiful views the state has to offer. One thing you cannot avoid, no matter where you live, is the sad fact that divorce happens. Couples hit a wall and no amount of counseling can help save the marriage. Because of...
Can ex-spouses still work together?
If you own a business with your soon-to-be ex-spouse in Oneida, you may be wondering if you should continue to work with your partner. Just because you are divorcing your spouse does not mean that you have to give up your stake in the business. You may already know...
Pensions and offset strategies in divorce
Pensions are an important part of a person's retirement plans, especially if they have been working for quite some time. Pensions can be earned by local, state and federal employees after so many years on the job. Employees who earn pensions might have to share that...
How to protect a business in divorce
Divorce can be a frightening topic for some and an easy topic for others. It is becoming all too common for marriages to end in divorce, which is why you need to educate yourself on how to protect yourself and your business after divorce. One of the easiest ways to...
Divorce filing from Scarlett Johansson sparks custody fight
The divorce filing from actress Scarlett Johansson has sparked a child custody fight. The husband of Johansson, Romain Dauriac, claims he is shocked by her filing for divorce and that he believes it is a "pre-emptive strike" in a fight for the couple's toddler...
What are defined contribution plans and how do they work?
Defined contribution plans sound fancy, but they are the common retirement savings plans you come across all the time during employment. They include 401(k)s, 457s, 403(b)s and Thrift Savings Plans. These plans are typically sponsored by your employer and are called...
What are my pension rights after divorce?
Divorce is never a pleasant topic, especially when it becomes hotly contested by one or both spouses. Many worry about how the money or assets will be divided during the divorce. One thing that really worries divorcing spouses is the division of pensions. Many wonder,...
Divorce battle of skin care mogul involves $500K ring
The divorce battle of skin care mogul Peter Thomas Roth has taken an interesting turn as his mother has sued his wife for the return of her $500,000 ring. The skin care company, which bears his name, sells "cloud cream" for $52 and "eyelid lift serum" for $85. The...