Author Archives: Bryan Salamone
Why Divorce Filings Heat Up in Late Summer
People often talk about the “dog days” of summer, when many families head off on vacation and others struggle with heat and humidity at home while waiting for school to start up again. Family law attorneys can tell you that another August tradition is an increase in divorce filings. Research proves that this phenomenon exists,… Read More »
Divorcing After Decades: The Complexities of Ending a Long-Term Marriage
The longer a marriage lasts, the greater potential there is for a complex divorce. Over time, personal lives and finances become increasingly intertwined. Consequently, breaking things apart in an equitable manner can be much harder if you’re splitting after a few decades rather than a few years. Even in situations where children are grown, disputes… Read More »
Wait, Cohabitate, Negotiate: The Millennial Approach to Marriage
The oldest Millennials are now older than 40 years old, and even the youngest members of this generation have entered their late twenties. With these Americans now well into the typical marrying years, we have a good idea regarding their approach to the institution of marriage. Trends in millennial marriage reflect other societal changes and… Read More »
Homogamy Nation: High-earning Individuals Frequently Marry Each Other
Technology and travel have broadened people’s horizons over the past few decades, but when it comes to marriage, most people still opt for someone very similar to themselves. Changes in American life over the past few decades have increased the frequency of marriages between high-earning individuals. Sometimes referred to as “homogamy,” the phenomenon of people… Read More »
Is a Sleep Divorce a Precursor to the Real Thing?
From scientific surveys to viral TikTok videos, public discussion regarding “sleep divorces” has exploded over the past couple of years. In these arrangements, couples opt to sleep in different rooms despite the fact that they remain happily married. Many spouses who have taken this step say that they are finally getting the rest they need… Read More »
Dividing Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) in a Divorce
In a divorce, assets acquired by either party while they were wed typically become part of the marital estate that must be divided between the parties. Often, questions over who gets the house or car are the most difficult part of the marriage dissolution process. If you’re going through a divorce, you should remember that… Read More »
Court Awards Costner’s Estranged Wife $129,000 in Monthly Child Support
Children have a difficult enough time when their parents divorce, and a dramatic shift in their daily routine can make the situation even more traumatic. One goal of child support is to order payments that allow young people to maintain the same lifestyle as they enjoyed while their parents were together. Following a contentious proceeding,… Read More »
Does New York’s Custody Law Discriminate Against Disabled Parents?
Throughout the country, states use the “best interests of the child” standard when making decisions regarding custody and visitation. During these reviews, judges can use any information they feel is relevant, but New York law has established several specific factors to be considered. Some of these factors seem fairly obvious, such as whether a parent… Read More »
Married, but Separated, Under the Same Roof: Protecting Your Rights in a de Blasio-type Setup
Despite being out of office for more than two years, former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio got a great deal of attention when he announced his separation from Chirlane McCray, his wife of 29 years. Though breakups among the famous are common, the terms of the de Blasio-McCray split differ from those of… Read More »
Can Inflation Affect Your Alimony Award?
Alimony, known as maintenance under New York law, is designed to give people who relied on their spouse’s income the chance to meet their financial needs as they transition to single life. Courts consider several factors during an alimony determination, including the paying party’s ability to provide spousal support and the recipient’s needs. Of course,… Read More »