Divorce can be one of the most stressful experiences an individual will go through in their lifetime. If your partner thinks you are to blame, they may go out of their way to make it even more stressful for you. Other times, your spouse may resort to behaviors that cause you extreme emotional distress. Either […]
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If you are divorced, one of the most difficult things to deal with maybe money issues. If you have been ordered to pay alimony or another form of spousal support, but fall short on payments, you may be subject to garnishment of your wages. But what about Social Security, disability, or other benefits? Can social
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Today, we live in a global society. More and more people are venturing out and living far away from the places of their birth. While this desire to live and work in new, exciting places is great, this may not always be the case, especially when children are involved. How do child custody laws work
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If you’re thinking about ending your marriage, one of your first questions might be: Do I need a valid reason to file for divorce in New York? The short answer is yes—New York law requires that anyone filing for divorce has a legally acceptable reason, or “ground,” for doing so. But here’s where it gets
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Politics is a dangerous game to play. It can divide siblings, parents and children, and even husbands and wives. Here’s what you need to know about politics and divorce. AGREE TO DISAGREE Agreeing to disagree is a simple sentiment that can be difficult to follow through with. If you are a staunch Democrat, for example, you
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Divorces are never easy. This is especially true if there are huge sums of money involved. But, what can you do if you suspect your ex is attempting to hide assets from the court in an attempt to keep them safe from division? Or, what if you want to understand what will be a fair
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Divorce can be devastating. After years of marriage, you may suddenly find yourself thrust into a new reality which may seem alien. Because of the messy and stressful nature of divorce, it is essential that you practice self-care. What is “self-care?” simply put, self-care is taking care of yourself. Pretty straightforward, right? It can be
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Domestic abuse is one of the worst things that can happen in any relationship. From physical violence to emotional blackmail, abuse takes on many forms – all of them torturous. When abuse is present, divorce may seem like the best avenue of escape. But, how can domestic abuse affect divorce proceedings? Domestic Abuse Comes in
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When most people hear the word “alimony,” they automatically think of payments made after a legal divorce. But what happens when a long-term couple breaks up without ever getting married — and one partner is left financially dependent on the other? That’s where palimony comes in. At Brian D. Perskin & Associates P.C., we believe
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Divorce is one of the worst life events half of American couples go through. From trying to divide assets, plan custody and fight through depression… it’s easy to fight with your soon to be ex-spouse. But not all divorces need to be hostile or contentious. In fact, many New Yorkers are choosing to pursue an
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