Right site, wrong page: use the Avvo "Find a Lawyer" feature to contact a divorce lawyer near you. The general rule is that each party is entitled...

Did you notify the benefits provider of the divorce? If so, they are the ones who mistakenly provided the benefits, so in that case it would be...

As you have experienced, people can change their names. In order to prohibit that, you would have to show that she is using your name for...

The way this website works is that we give general answers to educate the public about legal issues. We can't give specific advice to individuals,...

Let me answer it this way: suppose you were summoned to jury duty and this case was presented to you. How much of a verdict would you award?

You each should have your own lawyers, as there is the potential for a conflict of interest. Each lawyer will receive their fee from the recovery...

By putting the money into the house for the both of you, it became marital property. Therefore, you would be splitting the equity in the house 50/50.

Listen to your lawyer. If you don't like the recommendation, then ask what alternatives are available. You can fire this lawyer and hire another...

You can file a complaint with the New York State Department of Financial Services. The forms are available on line.

Filing an appeal is one thing, being successful with it is another. She would have to show that the judge made a mistake. Also, there are many...