Equitable Distribution
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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 | 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 | 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... by Damian Turco | Dec 3, 2017 | Equitable Distribution, Prenuptial Agreement
Peter and Petra are getting married. Peter has considerable assets, including several homes, vacation homes, and checking and savings accounts. He also owns a string of rental properties from which he receives income. He deposits the rental income into an account... by Damian Turco | Nov 3, 2017 | Alimony, Child Support, Divorce, Equitable Distribution
Suppose Grace and Will own a home and have pension plans. Now that they are divorcing, they want to know how a court would impose alimony payments. How do the respective estates of the parties factor into the court’s decision regarding alimony? What is alimony?...