The word “divorce” has negative connotations for apparent reasons. However, even though a divorce symbolizes the end of a marriage, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the overall legal and emotional process of the divorce needs to be overly difficult. Our readers may...
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Should I fight for the family home in my divorce?
There are many significant decisions you'll have to make as you go through your divorce, and property division addresses a lot of them. Deciding what to do with the family home can be especially challenging given that there are often emotions tied to it. So, when it...
Can alimony be deducted on your taxes?
If you are someone who has recently undergone a divorce in Massachusetts and are required to pay alimony under a divorce settlement, one of the important questions you may have is whether you can deduct your alimony payments on your taxes. According to Findlaw, the...
Can an ex stop alimony payments after retirement?
Under the new Massachusetts alimony reform laws, your spousal support agreement is likely to be written in such a way that regular payments stop after the supporting spouse retires. There are, however, certain exceptions and special cases.The first major exception to...
Alimony Reform Act–A General Overview
Massachusetts lawmakers put alimony reform laws into effect several years ago, changing the landscape of the way the state courts handled spousal support. Some of the language of the reform act is different than that of comparable laws.WGBH published an...
Can child support take your tax refund?
The state of Massachusetts takes child support collection seriously. If you owe back child support, you should expect to see it taken out of your tax return. The state has the right to petition the Bureau of Fiscal Service, which issues the refunds, to request a...
Are fathers facing bias in family court?
It has long been said that fathers get treated badly in family courts in Massachusetts. There are many people who believe that dads do not get the same level of respect for their involvement in their children's lives. It is even thought that courts automatically award...
Looking at the bright side of divorce
Often, when people think about or discuss divorce, negativity is associated with their thoughts and comments. While divorce can certainly be difficult, especially for those who are unable to secure an outcome in their favor, there may be benefits associated with the...
Should I worry about identity theft after divorce?
Various concerns may arise after ending a marriage, whether they involve childcare responsibilities or marital property. Having said that, those which are financial in nature can be especially difficult, from spousal support responsibilities to child support....
Unique divorce challenges facing military families
Family law cases can be complex for an assortment of reasons, but they can be even more complicated for certain people. For example, those who are in the military or have a spouse who is serving may face additional challenges as they try to navigate through the...
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