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You are not required to tell your employer about your divorce. But it's a good idea to do so. Divorce can be demanding – you may have to attend mediation sessions and hearings during work hours. This means you may leave work early or arrive late. Further, you may be...
If you are divorcing, you will each need to present the court with a complete list of your assets. Being honest here is crucial to ensure a fair split in accordance with state laws. Unfortunately, some spouses do not behave fairly, and attempt to conceal assets from...
Some people give up their careers, or at least prioritize their family, ahead of their jobs. It was once considered standard for women to do so, but more men now stay home to raise children or work part-time to take care of their families. Regardless of the sex of the...
If you have decided to end your marriage, you should expect to deal with the technical requirements of a divorce. Before filing for one, you have a handful of things to consider, one of which is the residency requirement of your state. Under Massachusetts laws, at...
"Parenting time" describes the time each parent must spend with their child after marriage. Parents or the court decide these periods, prioritizing the child's needs. However, the noncustodial parent might not stick to this schedule, causing emotional harm to the...
Acknowledging that your marriage has come to an end is sad. But it can even be more challenging to inform your spouse about it. Even though they may have noticed the signs of the marriage not working, they may not expect a divorce. Therefore, you should approach the...
Divorcing a narcissistic partner, diagnosed or not, can profoundly destabilize you and the entire process. Contrary to popular belief, narcissism can extend beyond simple vanity. It is a personality disorder that covers a broad spectrum of potentially damaging traits....
In recent years, more people have chosen not to marry. Instead, many couples decide to live together and have a family outside marriage. With cost-efficiency and convenience as common benefits, cohabitation is a rising trend among partners. Nevertheless, unmarried...
Married couples in Massachusetts can accrue decades' worth of assets before one or both spouses decide to file for divorce. The process of separating those assets can often be the most contentious and time-consuming aspect of divorce proceedings. Couples may fight...
A contested divorce happens when either party does not agree to the divorce or the terms and conditions of the divorce. In an uncontested divorce, the spouses can agree on all divorce-related matters. You can file a “no-fault” or “fault” divorce, regardless of whether...
