Social media has become an integral part of our lives, but its influence can extend beyond sharing updates and photos. According to the Pew Research Center, around half of American adults use social media to get news, at least part of the time. When going through a...
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How to protect your retirement during a divorce
Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process, and one aspect that requires careful consideration is the protection of your retirement assets. Ensuring your financial stability post-divorce is important, and taking proactive steps can make a significant...
Can a divorce save your relationship?
You married the love of your life, promising to work together to resolve conflicts and disagreements whenever they arise. However, through time, a person who once seemed like your perfect match could turn out to be the exact opposite. People change and evolve...
The consequences of not paying alimony in Maryland
Post-divorce, the court may require one ex-spouse to make payments, known as alimony, spousal maintenance or spousal support in various regions, to the other. This financial assistance helps the lower-earning spouse—the dependent spouse—maintain a decent lifestyle and...
How do courts address child support if one parent is unemployed?
Even if spouses are no longer together, their parental responsibility toward their children continues. Accordingly, courts require parents to pay child support, the amount of which is based on the applicable state guidelines. These guidelines allow for a fair...
Key facts about gray divorce
In recent years, the landscape of divorce has shifted dramatically. The increase in gray divorce has garnered attention from many directions, and for good reason. For aging couples, understanding the facts about gray divorce is important as you decide on the right...
Asset division in Maryland divorce cases
According to the CDC, approximately 2.4 divorces happen out of every 1,000 marriages in Maryland. If you are going through a divorce, you may have preconceived notions about how the courts will divide your assets. Common misconceptions can lead to confusion and...
How to tell your kids you are getting a divorce
A divorce conversation may be the last thing you ever thought you would have with your children. But if you have decided to get a divorce, this conversation is inevitable. Here are three tips to help you have a more manageable discussion, that will hopefully set the...
How should you tell your spouse that you want a divorce?
Telling your spouse you want a divorce can be challenging. Your marriage might have issues, but chances are they are not expecting a dissolution, or they also acknowledge the marriage has ended but are avoiding initiating the conversation. Thus, you should be careful...
What are the no-fault grounds for absolute divorce in Maryland?
A divorce in Maryland can either be absolute or limited. A limited divorce is only a legal separation, meaning the divorce is not final, and the marriage is still ongoing in the eyes of the law. The couple must live separately, but neither spouse may have sexual...