by Turco Legal | Mar 9, 2018 | Divorce
In a recent case, the Massachusetts Appeals Court decided whether marital fraud–that is, fraudulently inducing another person to marry–constitutes a valid civil cause of action. Background: In the case Shea v. Cameron, the parties married in 2007, after a... by Turco Legal | Feb 28, 2018 | Agreements, Divorce
Experienced family lawyers guide spouses in emotionally fraught divorce proceedings toward a resolution that terminates the marriage. A separation agreement is a crucial part of that process. A separation agreement memorializes the terms of the resolution and also... by Turco Legal | Feb 24, 2018 | Alimony
As we explained previously, the Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act of 2011 prescribed durational limits for alimony payments. These limits cap alimony based on the length of the parties’ marriage. They impose the limits when the marriage ends—but what exactly does that... by Turco Legal | Feb 13, 2018 | Alimony, Child Support, Divorce, Equitable Distribution
In what ways might a part-time job or second job affect alimony or child support payments? Change in circumstances: Under Massachusetts divorce law, a spousal support award is not set in stone. Rather, one may alter it by a petition for modification to the court... by Turco Legal | Feb 6, 2018 | Child Support, Custody
Approximately 800,000 children annually are reported missing, according to U.S. Department of Justice statistics. That’s a staggering 2,000 minors daily on average. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (“NCMEC”) claims that family...