Child Support
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by Damian Turco | Apr 2, 2018 | Alimony, Child Support, Divorce, Equitable Distribution
As many studies have shown, couples in which one spouse is an entrepreneur have a high rate of divorce. Whether it’s because the business encompasses much of entrepreneurs’ time or because the non-entrepreneur spouse feels neglected, divorce is common. While... by Damian Turco | Mar 18, 2018 | Alimony, Child Support, Divorce, Equitable Distribution
Robert and Mary, a Massachusetts couple, have been married for ten years and now want to proceed with obtaining a divorce. During the marriage, Robert worked and Mary took care of the home. They had no children. Because Robert has a pension plan, the question comes... by Damian Turco | Mar 12, 2018 | Child Support, Custody, Guardianship, Restraining Order
In some cases, the services of a Guardian ad Litem play a key component. Imagine the following scenario: a doctor diagnoses a ten-year old child named Jacob with a “curable” form of cancer. If Jacob is brought to a hospital for regular chemotherapy treatments, then... by Damian Turco | 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 Damian Turco | 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... by Damian Turco | Jan 31, 2018 | Alimony, Child Support, Equitable Distribution
Marital property is distributed in Massachusetts divorce cases under the “equitable distribution” standard. Unlike some other states with “community property laws,” Massachusetts courts divide marital property in an equitable, or fair, manner. What is Marital...