by Turco Legal | Jan 9, 2017 | Alimony
Peter and Polly married twenty years ago. At that time, both felt optimistic about each other’s employability. Peter was a graduate student, and Polly was a secretary. Polly supported Peter during his Ph.D. in Economics, being the sole breadwinner for the first... by Turco Legal | Jan 8, 2017 | Alimony, Equitable Distribution
Ken and Kora are going through a divorce in Massachusetts. They were married for a short time. During the marriage, Ken racked up substantial credit card debt. Ken and Kora both work full-time, but Kora makes significantly less money than Ken. She worries about the... by Turco Legal | Dec 31, 2016 | Appeals, Custody
Nancy and Nick are married. However, they are living separately. She lives in the marital home with the couple’s daughter, Nicole, who is nine years old. Nancy has been Nicole’s primary caretaker since Nicole was born. Nancy believes she is automatically entitled to... by Turco Legal | Dec 28, 2016 | Alimony, Appeals, Equitable Distribution
Audra and Adam, married for fifteen years. In that time, Audra has supported Adam while he finished medical school, underwent a medical residency, and established his practice. Audra also took care of the couple’s children. The couple enjoyed a comfortable lifestyle... by Turco Legal | Dec 26, 2016 | Divorce
Understanding Common Law Marriage in the U.S. You may have heard the term “common law marriage.” It refers to a relationship where two adults cohabit long enough to be legally recognized as married. The U.S. Supreme Court held as early as 1877 that a such...