Social media can be an effective way to catch up with friends and family and share what is going on in your life. However, participating in social media creates a permanent record, which can be detrimental to a divorce case. YOU CAN'T CONTROL WHO SEES WHAT YOU POST...
A recent study on marriage and divorce out of the University of Maryland reveals some interesting trends. Some of those are detailed below. WOMEN ARE DIVORCING AT A LESSER RATE Between 2008 and 2018, the number of married women who filed for divorce dropped 18...
Now that school is back in session and your separation or divorce is either finalized or close to being finalized, here are some tips to make the transition for you and your child more successful. REVIEW THE SCHEDULE Regardless of your custody and visitation schedule,...
Getting a divorce in New York can be costly. There are, however, things you can do to keep divorce costs down. ORGANIZE YOUR PAPERWORK There are any number of documents your divorce attorney will need. These documents can be organized by you, or you can offer them to...
In New York, a spousal maintenance award can be adjusted under certain circumstances. Someone who pays spousal maintenance may seek a reduction in the amount of spousal maintenance they must pay. Alternatively, someone who receives spousal maintenance may seek an...
When couples divorce, they tend to focus on topics related to the end of the marriage. How will the assets and debts be divided? How will the children be parented? What will happen to the house? These are all very important questions that must be resolved. However, at...
We still have about a month of summer left. Outdoor grilling season is still in full swing in New York. But outdoor grilling can cause serious injury if people don't follow simple safety rules. Grilling accidents can lead to serious burn injuries, especially for young...
If you have children, you already know that selecting a guardian for your children in the event of your death is an important part of any estate plan. Many parents struggle to figure out who would be the best person to raise their children. Consequently, it is not...
Many people find the process of divorce exhausting. However, once the divorce is finalized there is still work to do. There are many documents that should be updated post-divorce. We discuss many of these below. CALL YOUR TREATING PHYSICIAN'S OFFICE During the time...
One of the many sources of difficulty in divorce cases is the division of property. Property division is often misunderstood. Below is a basic discussion offered as a starting point for property division in a divorce. UNDERSTANDING “MARITAL PROPERTY” In New York,...