Divorce is never a word married couples want to utter, but there comes a time where it is necessary. Gone are the days where divorce was a stigma, which is why so many couples are seeing their marriages end in divorce nowadays. Here are some common signs that show...
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What to address in a qualified domestic relations order
A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) is common in divorce cases, especially when dealing with division of pensions. There are quite a bit of items that must be addressed in a QDRO in order to protect all parties involved. The items that must be addressed are...
What are your options for divvying up the house during a divorce?
One of the biggest assets most divorcing couples have is their home -- and it's also often the most problematic issue to settle. How do you divvy up the house in a divorce? What you ultimately can do depends a lot on how much equity you have in the home and your...
Understanding the Majauskas formula for pension division
In 1984, the State Court of Appeals heard the case Majauskas v. Majauskas, a divorce case which concerned pension plan distribution. The plaintiff argued that his pension rights were not marital property because he began work for the Rochester Police Department before...
Prenuptial agreements for marrying couples in New York
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...
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...
