Last month, one of the more enjoyable stories in the news revolved around the 11/12/13 date. It seemed everywhere you looked, news outlets, bloggers, and talk shows were talking about the number of weddings happening on this unique date. Weddings on 10/11/12 were no different, as people seemed to rush…
The divorce process can involve several obstacles. Every state has its own rules and requirements for filing and for the process itself. Divorce encompasses many intricacies, including the marriage contract, presence and residency of the parties, etc. It is important that the parties properly address the complexities of property distribution,…
To many people, the word divorce is like a “four-letter word” for many different reasons. Amicable divorces do happen, but many divorces involve hostility, anger, and a whole array of negative emotions. When a couple is faced with a stressful and possibly hostile situation, they often feel that the ordeal…
When people discuss child support, it is often through assumptions and generalizations about how it works, who pays, and how much is paid. However, each state has unique laws dealing with child support, and it is important to know how your state works if the time comes for child support…
A solid contract is the cornerstone of a successful career for any professional athlete. A contract provides a sense of security, both personal and financial. Generally, an athlete will hire an agent to look out for his/her financial interests, ensuring that every deal or endorsement made is defined by a…
With new technology constantly emerging, general communication has become easier through Skype, WebEx, ooVoo, and numerous other video chat and conferencing programs. The legal profession has also seen the effects of newer technology, particularly through online mediation. Online mediation has its own set of benefits when the circumstances are right…
The recent split between Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas was a shock to many. Like any family, Zeta-Jones and Douglas are no strangers to challenge. They have weathered through Douglas’s throat cancer, his son’s legal struggles and ultimate 5-year jail sentence for dealing methamphetamine and cocaine, and Zeta-Jones’s struggle with…
You and your spouse come to the realization that the relationship is no longer working for both of you. Whatever path you traveled to get to this point, whether it was a long and tumultuous journey or a clean and quick break, you are now faced with that word: divorce.…
Having an open and honest conversation with your fiancée about money may be uncomfortable, but it is an important discussion to have before marriage. It is especially important that a couple entering a marriage be open and honest with each other about finances. Individuals often have different financial styles, and…
Artificial insemination can result in unexpected legal consequences depending on the marital status of the woman undergoing the procedure. It is important to understand the law as part of the decision making process. Under New York Domestic Relations (DRL) § 73, a married woman can be artificially inseminated and her…