Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14th and we all know it’s evolved into a commercial holiday filled with presents and heartfelt gestures. Its history is deeply rooted in both love and marriage, and interestingly, it also intersects with the realities of divorce and creating a complex relationship that reflects the changing dynamics of love and commitment in modern society.…
Many of us bring our jobs home with us, and the strain from workplace stress can have a serious negative effect on our relationships. Long hours, difficult bosses, job insecurity and other forms of employment-related pressure can lead to fatigue, irritability and emotional distance. A recent study shows just how harmful work troubles can be to a marriage, particularly within…
Even in amicable divorces, property division negotiations can stall over certain assets with high monetary or sentimental value. Couples who are not able to reach a compromise through settlement negotiations or mediation sometimes search for a method of resolution that avoids the cost and uncertainty of litigation. If the parties are willing, there are a few nontraditional ways to finalize…
There are countless things that can cause someone to file for divorce. Though movies and television shows are often filled with breakups triggered by torrid extramarital affairs, reality is often much less dramatic. As a psychotherapist who frequently works with struggling couples, Oona Metz has found that resentment often starts with something seemingly mundane, such as the division of household…
Many people choose to meet their transportation needs by leasing a car or truck. These agreements typically last for two or three years. Of course, a lot can change during that timeframe, including one’s marital status. When a divorcing couple has a leased vehicle, there could be substantial disagreement about remaining payments and who gets to stay behind the wheel. …
Even people who have never been through a divorce are usually aware that someone who receives alimony (referred to as “maintenance” under New York Law) is no longer entitled to payments once they marry someone else. Technically, an ex-spouse’s obligation to make payments can be terminated once their former husband or wife moves in with a new romantic partner, even…
Even when neither spouse possesses a massive fortune, a prenuptial agreement can be a smart way to clarify financial terms should the marriage end in divorce. In cases where there is a vast wealth discrepancy among prospective spouses, the urgency to complete a prenup becomes stronger. Still, some people choose not to execute an agreement prior to being wed, possibly…
Fifteen years after New York became the last state to legalize no-fault divorce, there are additional efforts to revise the state’s Domestic Relations Law so that spouses can move on more easily from a marriage that is not working. If a bill currently in the State...
Divorces are intensely personal matters, and in many cases, the bitterness lingers long past the date when the marriage is legally terminated. However, regardless of what led to the breakup or what type of anger exists between the parties, it’s important to remember that a divorce order carries the same weight as any other court directive. Violating a court order…
Families have a wide range of reasons for hiring a nanny. Frequently, the extra help is needed because both parents work outside the home. Whether a family has an existing nanny, or parents require childcare assistance due to the new living arrangements, divorce can make keeping or hiring a nanny very complicated. During the process of negotiating custody and visitation…