Category Archives: Divorce
Divorce by Facebook: New Development in Divorce Law and Procedure
On April 6, 2015 a New York City Judge gave permission for a woman to serve divorce papers on her husband via a Facebook message. Ms. Baidoo, a 26 year old woman who sought to divorce her husband Victor Sean Blood-Dzraku was unable to serve Mr. Blood-Dzraku through normal means. Normally a divorce is served… Read More »
Study Indicates Living with Partner Before Marriage Increases Likelihood of Divorce
If you have wondered whether living together before marriage has an impact on the quality of marriage, a new study from the Center for Marital and Family Studies indicates that it does. According to the survey performed by the organization targeting couples that have been married for fewer than 10 years, there appears to be… Read More »
Alienation Through Munchhausen by Proxy
In the mid-nineties there were many cases involving “chronic fatigue syndrome” and Lyme disease. Lately, it seems that one in 5 divorces involve a child who is suffering from A.D.D. and/or A.D.H.D. or another “not otherwise specified” (N.O.S.) cognitive problem. Attention Deficit Disorder (“A.D.D.”) and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (“A.D.H.D.”) are being aggressively diagnosed and… Read More »
Consider Mediation as a Divorce Strategy
If you and your spouse have come to a mutual decision to seek a divorce and feel that you will at least be on speaking terms throughout the process, you might consider going through divorce mediation. In this process, you will meet with a neutral third party to discuss how you will resolve some of… Read More »
Friday, February 13: Bad Luck for Marriages and Perfect Storm for Divorce Lawyers
The day before Valentine’s Day always finds every restaurant and every short stay hotel fully booked. If it is a weekday, people take long lunches; have a few drinks with the one they love; and retreat to the “no tell motel” before returning to work. The problem is: These trysts are not between husband and… Read More »
How to Enforce a Property Division Order
As a part of your divorce decree, courts will issue an order outlining how your marital property will be divided. There will also be information about how you can enforce that order, should your ex-spouse not cooperate with the terms of the decree. There are a variety of ways in which you may be able… Read More »
How Does Filing for Bankruptcy Affect Your Divorce?
Depending on your financial situation, it may seem like it is a sensible decision to file for bankruptcy at the same time as you file for divorce, especially if large debt was a major contributing factor to your divorce. However, these two legal processes can occasionally complicate each other when they occur at the same… Read More »
Divorce Mediation; Alternatives to Litigation; And Solution Oriented Negotiations in Divorce
Bryan L. Salamone & Associates, P.C. have handled divorce mediation for more than a decade. We have handled over 18,000 divorces as divorce litigators, however, recent years and the economy has taught us that many people are seeking an alternative to expensive lengthy courtroom battles. We offer such alternatives. Divorce Mediation Divorce Mediation is only… Read More »
Avoid These Common Divorce Mistakes
Divorce can be an overwhelming, emotionally straining process. It can be understandably difficult to control your emotions throughout the entire process, especially when you are put into situations where you need to either work with or against your former spouse. However, there are certain mistakes you must avoid to help the process go as smoothly… Read More »
Filing for Divorce When Your Spouse Lives Elsewhere
If your spouse lives in another state when you file for divorce, this can add certain complications to the process. The most pressing challenges you are likely to face include persuading the court to take on your case and convincing your state to legally recognize your divorce. You do not necessarily have to file for… Read More »