Blogs 2011 October

October, 2011 Blog Posts

What contributes to elevated divorce rates?

Why is divorce so prevalent in our society today? Is it because we get married too early in life before we've had an opportunity to define ourselves? Is it because our attention span has become so ...
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Grandparents and Divorce

With the frequency of Divorce in California, grandparents are often affected by fear of losing touch with their beloved grandchildren. This does not have to happen however, if the divorcing couple ...
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The Office star finalizes divorce from husband

British actress Lucy Davis, who is best known for her role as secretary Dawn in the UK version of hit comedy The Office, has finalized her divorce from her husband of five years. More... ...
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Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce

Prior to the decision to legally dissolve a marriage many people are unfamiliar with the different avenues of divorce available to them. While this is understandable since there is really no need for ...
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The Two Grounds for Divorce in California

In the state of California there are two reasons for which a couple may file for divorce . The reason for the dissolution of the marriage needs to be appropriately stated on the couple's Petition for ...
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Military Disablity pay

The parties’ marriage was dissolved in 2005. Their separation agreement, which was incorporated into the decree, provided that husband’s military retirement benefits were marital property ...
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Passive Appreciation of Nonmarital Property

Many clients purchase a home before they get married and are curious about whether their spouse is entitled to any of the equity in that home during a divorce . The answer, as it very often is, ...
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Divorce Case Length

I have knowledge of a friend of mine's divorce case. In which, this case has been happening for 3 1/2 years. It's down to the lady needs to sign the papers to end it but she is not signing. She is ...
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Criminal Defense Attorney for Juvenile Court or Criminal Court Jersey City

If you have been charged with a crime that took place in Jersey City, Kearny, North Bergen, West New York, Hoboken, Harrison, Union City, Weehawken, Newark or beyond and seek a private attorney to ...
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Hudson County Superior Court Jersey City Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you or someone you know has been arrested in Hudson County or Essex County are is set to be arraigned in NJ Superior Court or Municipal Court for any charge including: drug possession charges, ...
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When Can I File for Divorce?

Before filing for Divorce it is important to make sure that you meet all of the "residency" requirements under the Texas Family Code. Residency requirements are in place to make sure that ...
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Benefits of Hiring a Divorce Lawyer Outweigh the Costs

Are you considering divorce but don't want to spend money on legal counsel? While you could attempt to navigate the tricky legal waters of divorce, you may wind up with a divorce settlement that ...
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People Face Jail Time for Failing to Pay Child Support

Did you know that failure to pay child support could mean jail time? That is the case in many states, like Mississippi, where twenty people were found guilty of felony negligence to make child support ...
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City De-Criminalizes Domestic Violence

One city in Shawnee County is causing quite a stir this month by proposing the idea of de-criminalizing domestic violence . It isn't the fact that city leaders do not think that domestic violence ...
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child endangerment

If you have proof that the other parent is texting and posting to facebook while driving on a regular basis, is it appropriate to file a contempt motion for child endangerment? The statistics show ...
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Prenups in Florida

PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT Florida law describes a prenuptial agreement (called a "premarital agreement" in the law) as being between two would-be spouses prior to marriage the law also defines ...
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Jet-setting couple told that UK divorce can go ahead

A jet-setting, wealthy couple who have lived in several locations around the world in recent years, have been instructed to complete their divorce in the UK by the Court of Appeal. More......
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Public Speculates About Famous Couple's Prenuptial Agreement

Even though their wedding happened two months ago, it was just shown on TV last week in a much-anticipated special. Rather than focusing on the ceremony, however, the cameras followed the famous ...
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Annulment vs. Divorce

Are you contemplating divorce ? Or, would you rather file for an annulment? While it is possible to have your marriage annulled in any state, the law can make it difficult for most people to qualify ...
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Right of first refusal.

Is right of first refusal something that is usually granted? And if so, is it usually across the board or sometimes granted with "except summers" or "except" anytime? Thanks so much
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