Dating During Divorce or Separation Dating during divorce or separation can have legal consequences. Read on to find out how. → Read More
When a Spouse Does Not Sign Divorce Papers A divorce can still be granted, even if only one party wants the divorce. This type of divorce will require a bit more paperwork, but the marriage can still be dissolved. → Read More
Is alimony taxable? Alimony or spousal support payments are tax deductible by the payer and taxable income to the supported spouse, while… → Read More
How do I get charges of domestic violence dropped? The prosecutor, not the alleged victim of the domestic abuse, makes the call whether to dismiss charges of domestic violence, but may listen to the… → Read More
Can my spouse lock me out of my home while we finalize our divorce? (2025 Legal Answers) You might consider asking, ‘Can my spouse lock me out of my home while we finalize our divorce?’ The answer is no; neither spouse can… → Read More
Can visitation be denied to a non-custodial parent? A denial of visitation rights by the custodial parent to a non-custodial parent, absent a change in an existing court order for visitation rights, is illegal. → Read More
Property Division in Divorce: Community Property vs. Equitable Distribution In a divorce or dissolution of marriage, all the property, including some future income like pensions and retirement funds, must be divided between the spouses. → Read More
The Difference Between Fault and No-Fault Divorce Fault and no fault are two different methods of obtaining a divorce. Traditionally, in many states, fault divorces were the standard, meaning, a couple could not get a divorce unless there was some reason for doing so. Today, however, no fault divorces are far more common throughout the United States. → Read More
Who gets custody of a pet in a divorce? Who gets the much beloved family pet can be difficult to resolve in a divorce. Many owners consider their pets members of their family and… → Read More
Is money received by my ex-spouse from his mother included as income in determining spousal support? Generally speaking, if the ex-spouse is steadily or regularly given money and support by his mother, all (or at least some of it) will likely… → Read More
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