Divorce In An Equitable Distribution State

Posted on 2 May 2023

Equitable distribution is a method of dividing marital property during a divorce in which each spouse is entitled to a fair and just share of the marital assets and debts. Equitable distribution is used in most US states, which are known as equitable distribution states. What to Know About Equitable Distribution Divorce In equitable distribution states, marital property is divided according to several factors, including: The length of the marriage Each spouse's income and earning potential Each spouse's contribution to the marriage, both financially and non-financially The value of each spouse's non-marital property, such as property owned prior to the marriage or inherited property The economic circumstances of each spouse Equitable distribution states require a complete and accurate accounting of all marital assets and debts, including real estate, investments, retirement accounts, and personal property. [Read More]

3 Common Causes Of Disagreements During Alimony Determination

Posted on 28 March 2023

Spousal support or alimony is a common cause of acrimony between divorcing couples. Often, the paying spouse wants to pay less than their partner wants. Below are specific reasons for such disagreements. 1. Disagreements on Financial Resources Your respective financial resources determine whether one person requires alimony and whether the other person can afford it. Financial resources include: Income Employment benefits Personal property Property from the divorce settlement Divorcing couples often disagree on the value of their financial resources. [Read More]

Seeking Legal Advice Before Signing Divorce Documents

Posted on 24 February 2023

Did your spouse present you with divorce documents that you are more than willing to sign to end your marriage? You may want to end the marriage as soon as possible, but not being cautious about what is in the documents can lead to regret. For example, if your spouse is divorcing you to be hurtful or cause you to suffer emotionally, there is a high risk that the divorce papers are not in your favor. [Read More]

How Are ER Malpractice Claims Different

Posted on 16 January 2023

Medical malpractice is always worrisome, but it can be especially lethal or injurious in the emergency room. At the moment people need competent care the most, the price of negligence is often at its highest. Filing a malpractice claim based on ER care is different, though. ER malpractice attorneys advise their clients to be aware of these four differences. Circumstances The first defense a hospital or physician will consider is that the circumstances were extraordinary. [Read More]

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The Benefits of Attending Law School

Growing up, I dreamed about becoming a lawyer. Unfortunately, I chose another career path in college. Sometimes I still regret my decision to not attend law school. Lawyers get to perform all sorts of exciting tasks on a daily basis. This is especially the case for general attorneys. Because they aren’t tied to a specific law field, they engage in a variety of tasks such as assisting a client in the will creating process, helping a client attain a Power of Attorney, and assisting a client with creating a deed. On this blog, I hope you will discover how important it can be to consult and work with a general attorney.

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