Author Archives: Bryan Salamone
Time After Valentine’s Day Popular for Handing Out Divorce Papers
Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular days of the year for marriage proposals. It also happens to be right around the time when many people file for divorce from their spouses. Many experts believe that the stress of the holiday season just a couple months before mid-February can put a lot of strain… Read More »
Tips for Protecting a Family Business During Divorce
If you own a family business with your spouse, a divorce could be a frightening prospect in terms of the impact it could have on the business. However, there are certain ways you can protect that business in the event of a divorce. The following are a few tips to help you accomplish this: Use… Read More »
Why Second Marriages are More Likely to End in Divorce
National studies show that second, third and subsequent marriages for individuals are more likely to end in divorce than first marriages. But why is this the case? The following are some of the most common reasons marriage experts believe are behind the numbers: Second marriages tend to be rushed: Studies indicate people tend to spend… Read More »
Big Brother Is Watching… And Telling Your Spouse Where You’ve Been Going
As you may have heard, especially if you belong to the bridge and tunnel crowd, New York State is ripping out cash toll booths and replacing them with license plate capturing cameras. The result being that a toll bill will be mailed to the residence where the traveling vehicle is registered to. This process has… Read More »
Considerations for Your Pets During and After Divorce
While many of us think of our pets as being almost like our children, the law certainly does not hold them in the same regard. Pets are handled just like other household possessions in the divorce process. However, because of the strong emotional bond between humans and their animals, determining who gets custody of your… Read More »
Important Issues to Consider After a Divorce Later in Life
The divorce rate among people over 50 has risen sharply in recent years as more Baby Boomers, the generation with the highest frequency of divorces, have begun to reach retirement age. Between 1990 and 2014, the divorce rate for adults over 50 doubled, while the rate for adults over age 65 tripled. These divorcees later… Read More »
Do You Have to Answer Every Question at a Divorce Deposition?
At a divorce deposition, the other party’s attorney will be given the chance to ask you questions on a wide variety of subjects related to your divorce. These topics could include your overall health, your employment history, your fidelity during the marriage, any debts or assets you own and anything else that could factor into… Read More »
What’s the Difference Between a Divorce Trial and a Hearing?
If you’re like most people, you might think that a divorce hearing and a divorce trial are one in the same. In reality, they are similar, but there are a few differences between the two. The following is a quick overview of each: Divorce hearings Divorce hearings are typically used to obtain temporary orders from… Read More »
How to Respond to a Child Support Petition
If you receive a formal request for child support (known as a child support petition), you must respond promptly and accurately. Your actions could impact your financial obligations for many years to come. The following items are some key points related to receiving and responding to a child support petition: You must comply with all… Read More »
Advice for a Successful Child Custody Evaluation
If child custody is a major issue in your divorce case, you may need to undergo a child custody evaluation. During this process, you will meet with a third-party evaluator to determine your fitness as a parent. The following are a few key tips as you prepare for this evaluation: Always be upfront regarding your… Read More »