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Why Do Divorce Rates Peak in August?

The month of August derives its name from the Latin verb augere, which means “to increase.” So it seems like more than just a coincidence that researchers have found out that divorce rates in August do actually increase. But this measurable trend is not just based on an ancient language – it is based on the psychology of marriage, the emotions of expectation and disappointment, and how parents schedule divorces for...

Jul 23, 2023

Business Valuations

Divorce and Prenups: How a Prenup May Help You and Your Business

In separate candidly revealing 2023 interviews, retired NBA superstar Dwayne Wade and actress Gabrielle Union both talked about the fact that they now split their finances 50/50, because they want to share everything equally. The discussions garnered headlines across media...

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Jul 21, 2023

Child Custody

Kevin Costner's Estranged Wife Seeks $248,000 a Month in Child Support

Former “Yellowstone” Star, Asking for a $51K/MO. Order, Must Pay $130K Temporarily Celebrity watchers are enjoying the summer serial unfolding in the family court of Santa Barbara County. To briefly recap, Christine Baumgartner, 49, the estranged wife of film and TV...

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Jul 18, 2023

Divorce

Lessons from Kevin Costner’s Spousal Eviction - Can You Evict Your Spouse...

A judge recently ruled in favor of Field of Dreams actor Kevin Costner, ordering his estranged wife, Christine Baumgartner, to move out of the couple’s shared house. If you are going through a divorce in New York, you may be wondering, can you legally kick your spouse...

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Jul 14, 2023

Divorce

How to File / Fight a Contempt of Court Motion in a New York Divorce Case

A New York court order is not something that can be ignored. In New York State, violating a court order can have serious consequences. When a person disregards a court order, the court has the power to hold them in contempt of court. In high-conflict divorce and child custody...

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Jul 10, 2023

Divorce

New York Man Allegedly Hid $500,000 in Bitcoin from His Soon-to-be Ex-Wife

Financial infidelity has reached new levels since the advent of cryptocurrency. Increasingly, people looking to shield assets from their former spouses during divorce are often resorting to cryptocurrency. It takes a savvy divorce attorney with access to top-tier forensic...

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Jul 6, 2023

Business Valuations

Potential Complications for Business Owners During a Divorce

If you are going through a divorce and own a business, there are special considerations you need to take into account to protect your legal and financial interests in that business. Depending on the situation, you may have to relinquish 50% or more of your business in a divorce....

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Jun 28, 2023

High Net Worth Divorce

Marital Waste and Property Division In Your Divorce

New York is an equitable distribution state. This means that only property acquired during a marriage is subject to division during divorce. In trying to divide marital assets fairly, New York courts consider a variety of factors, including non-monetary contributions,...

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Jun 20, 2023

Divorce

Successful Remarriage: Your Chances Are Likely Better Than Popular Opinion...

Divorce statistics can be discouraging, with more than 60% of second marriages and more than 70% of third marriages eventually dissolving. There are diverse causes – including financial stress, issues unresolved from previous relationships, and challenges related to...

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Jun 16, 2023

Divorce

Are You Married to a Psychopath? 18 Signs That Your Spouse May Be a Psychopath

The chances that you are dating or married to a psychopath are not as far-fetched as you may imagine. About one out of every 100 people is a psychopath, and they tend to be extremely charming and charismatic. Therefore they are often highly successful in mainstream occupations...

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