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My friend friend will be married 3 years this dec. but he filed for divorce and his wife is not working and does not want to.
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Answered on July 20, 2011
Equitable distribution of marital property and spousal support are determined by the court upon consideration of numerous factors. Unfortunately,...
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How can wife secure and protect her right of equitable distribution for the marital house in which they live?
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Answered on July 20, 2011
First and most important--don't move out! As a legal matter, the name(s) on the title does not determine whether property is marital or separate. ...
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Child Support
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Answered on July 20, 2011
In New York, there is no retroactive relief from child support. Any modifications ordered by the court will not take effect before the date of the...
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I been here for about 17 years illegal,my girlfriend is usa citizen, she has canser , if we married can I fix my situation.
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Answered on July 20, 2011
If you marry a U.S. citizen, your U.S. citizen spouse may sponsor you for permanent residency (green card). In cases of legitimate marriage, this...
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Do I have to file a petition to relocate with minor children if I'm moving closer to the non relocating parent?
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Answered on July 20, 2011
If you are moving closer, the court will not have any problem with the move. Whether you must notify the court, depends on whether you have any...
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What does sole legal and physical custody entail?
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Answered on July 20, 2011
Physical custody is just like what it sounds--physical presence. Legal custody is decision making and responsibility for same. Visitation with...
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Is it legal to have permanent residence in more than one state
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Answered on July 20, 2011
You can maintain a "residence" in as many places as you like; however, you can only have one "domicile". Domicile is determined by your intention,...
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Can I receive Unemployment benefits if I have to quit my job, move out of state to care for elderly mother who had heart surgery
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Answered on July 20, 2011
Unemployment benefits are usually paid when the employee is "involuntarily" terminated, i.e. fired without cause. If you quit for personal...
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I am looking for an music agent
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Answered on July 20, 2011
Who "released" your album? Who are the parties to your "contract"? Most record company contracts have standard clauses regarding advances,...
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If I request sign-in sheets for group outpatient therapy, does the facility have to try and hid others names and give them to me
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Answered on July 20, 2011
You are always entitled to copies of your own medical records. Get them and then compare the dates of treatment to the bills you have...