Once a marriage is destined for divorce, there is no turning it around.
Nov 12, 2012
Most married couples come to know that the road of marriage goes uphill and downhill. For them, even the word divorce never passes their lips. Others, however, accept the divorce myth of unhappiness. T...
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Having children helps preserve or maintain a marriage.
Nov 12, 2012
One of the most enduring myths is that the arrival of children shores up a failing marriage. This myth, according to Popenoe, goes like this: "Having a child together will help a couple to improve thei...
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Jointly Held Debts in Divorce
Nov 12, 2012
In some cases, divorcing couples with significant joint debts find it beneficial to both of them to file for bankruptcy jointly before proceeding with the divorce. In most cases, once a joint bankruptc...
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Benefits of Divorce Arbitration
Nov 12, 2012
Divorce arbitration is typically handled on an expedited basis, meaning less discovery and court procedures than standard litigation. This saves everyone time and money while developing a divorce settl...
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What is the Equitable Distribution Law?
Nov 12, 2012
The law recognizes marriage as an economic as well as a social partnership. The law requires that a judge divide property as fairly as possible.
The Equitable Distribution Law talks about two types of ...
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Lottery Winnings are marital property
Nov 12, 2012
Unfortunately, this is true. Lottery winnings ARE considered to be marital property.Much to the dismay of many an estranged husband or wife who may have imagined that a lottery prize would be a ticket ...
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Identifying Hidden Assets
Nov 12, 2012
Tax returns are one of the best places to start.
Most people are honest on their income tax out of fear of penalties, fines and even prison. Even a spouse who is trying to hide income from you is going...
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Understanding Community Property
Nov 12, 2012
In community property states, all property the couple acquires during the marriage is divided equally. Issues such as financial need, ability to earn income or fault are not taken into account when div...
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Issues with No-Fault Divorce
Nov 12, 2012
Under no-fault divorce laws the marriage contract can be ended by either party who decides to leave the marriage. There need be no fault only irreconcilable difference and one can file for a divorce.
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How to Prevent a High Conflict Divorce:
Nov 12, 2012
The major mistake people make when going through a divorcethey fail to protect their legal rights. They hire a divorce attorney and assume they have paid someone who will deal with the legal issues.
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