Filing for Divorce Before or After the Holidays: What You Need to Know

Filing for Divorce Before or After the Holidays: What You Need to Know

Editorial credit: Zamrznuti tonovi / shutterstock.com The decision to file for divorce is never easy, and the timing can be especially challenging when the holidays are approaching. Whether you’re considering filing before or after the festive season, understanding the legal, emotional, and financial implications can help you make an informed decision. In this article, we’ll […]

The Impact on an Estate in New York State When Someone Dies Without Completing an Uncontested Divorce: A Case Study of Short Marriages Without Children

The Impact on an Estate in New York State When Someone Dies Without Completing an Uncontested Divorce: A Case Study of Short Marriages Without Children

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Prostock-studio / shutterstock.com  Divorce proceedings can be emotionally charged and complex, even in seemingly straightforward cases like short-term marriages without children. When individuals pass away without having finalized a divorce, especially in cases where the marriage lasted less than three years, the implications on their estate can be significant. […]

The Reality of Divorce: Why Do Half of All Marriages End? Is It Because of “Falling Out of Love”?

The Reality of Divorce: Why Do Half of All Marriages End? Is It Because of “Falling Out of Love”?

By 311divorce.com | Editorial Credit: Prostockstudio /shutterstock.com  Divorce is a reality that affects nearly half of all marriages. The common statistic, “one out of two marriages ends in divorce,” has been quoted for decades. While this number has fluctuated over time, and recent trends indicate a decline in divorce rates, the reality remains that many […]

Analysis of Equitable Distribution in New York State Matrimonial Matters for Assets in and Outside the United States

Analysis of Equitable Distribution in New York State Matrimonial Matters for Assets in and Outside the United States

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Equitable distribution is a legal principle governing marital property division during a divorce. In New York State, this principle ensures that assets and debts acquired during the marriage are divided fairly, though not necessarily equally. This analysis will delve into the rules and processes of equitable distribution in New York, focusing […]

Separation and Divorce: Who Gets the Friends?

Separation and Divorce: Who Gets the Friends?

Separation and divorce are emotionally challenging experiences that often involve not only the division of assets but also the separation of social circles, including friends. While many aspects of a separation or divorce can be legally negotiated, determining who gets the friends can be a complex and delicate matter. This essay explores the dynamics surrounding […]

How Can I Cope with Divorce as a Christian?

How Can I Cope with Divorce as a Christian?

By Mary Campbell Divorce is a complex and emotional experience. There is an assumption that Christian marriages stand the test of time, are resilient, and are unlikely to end in divorce. However, recent studies have revealed that the percentage of Christian marriages that end in divorce is astonishingly high. According to data from the Centers for […]

Meagan Good on DeVon Franklin Divorce: ‘Most Painful Thing I’ve Ever Experienced’

Meagan Good on DeVon Franklin Divorce: ‘Most Painful Thing I’ve Ever Experienced’

Editorial credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock.com By Tara C. Mahadevan, Complex Meagan Good has opened up about her divorce from her husband DeVon Franklin. The couple was married for nine years. In a Twitter Spaces chat with XONecole, the actress said that she’s “grieving” her divorce. “Throughout life, I’ve always approached relationships as understanding that […]