Family, Divorce & Domestic Matters
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What happens if my ex posted false accusations about me during our custody dispute?
If an ex posts false accusations about you during a custody dispute, the consequences can vary a lot depending on what was said, where it was posted, and whether the statements can be shown to be false. In Colorado, publ...
What happens if my spouse undervalues tools, equipment, or inventory used for work?
In Alaska, if a spouse undervalues tools, equipment, or inventory used for work during a divorce or property division, the issue is usually whether the asset was fully and fairly disclosed and whether its value was reaso...
What happens if my spouse underreports the value of stocks and investments?
If a spouse underreports stocks or investments, it may affect how property is divided in a divorce or separation matter. In general, financial disclosures are meant to give both sides and the court a fair picture of the...
Is it legal for a family member to record a private conversation about elder care decisions?
In Pennsylvania, whether a family member may legally record a private conversation about elder care decisions usually depends on who is speaking, where the conversation happens, and whether the people involved know about...
How do I handle divorce if we own property in two different states?
If you and your spouse own property in two different states, the divorce usually becomes a little more complicated, but it is still a common issue. In general, the divorce court in your case may be able to divide marital...
Can a divorce court divide stock options that have not vested yet?
In general, a divorce court may be able to address stock options that have not vested yet, but the answer usually depends on how the options were earned, when they were granted, and what purpose they were meant to serve....
Can I file for divorce without hiring a lawyer if we agree on everything?
Yes, in Utah, some people are able to file for divorce without hiring a lawyer, especially when both spouses agree on the major issues. That usually means agreement on property division, debts, child custody, child suppo...
Can I get divorced if my spouse is in the military and deployed overseas?
Yes, in general, you may still be able to file for divorce in Wyoming even if your spouse is in the military and deployed overseas. A deployment does not automatically stop a divorce, but it can affect how the case moves...
What happens if one spouse wastes marital assets on gambling before separation?
In Wisconsin, gambling losses or other spending that reduces marital assets before separation may matter in a divorce, but the legal effect depends on the facts. Courts generally look at whether the spending was ordinary...
Can a prenuptial agreement protect me from my fiancé’s credit card debt?
In general, a prenuptial agreement may help set expectations about debts before marriage, but it does not automatically stop a creditor from trying to collect a debt that already exists or was incurred in ways the law tr...
Can I get a divorce while pregnant?
In Wyoming, you can usually file for divorce while pregnant, but pregnancy can complicate the process. Courts often want to know how issues involving the unborn child will be handled, especially paternity, custody, child...
Can child support be taken from disability benefits?
In general, child support may sometimes be taken from disability benefits, but the answer depends on the type of disability benefit and the facts of the case. In Utah, as in many states, the key issue is often whether th...
Can I ask the court to order my spouse to return personal items and family photos?
In Utah, you can usually ask a court to help with the return of personal items and family photos, but what the court can do depends on the type of case, the facts, and whether the items are treated as marital property, s...
Can I get alimony if we separated after 22 years but never legally divorced?
In Utah, the answer is usually not simple. In general, alimony is a support order that comes up in a divorce case, not just because spouses have been separated for a long time. If you are still legally married, the fact...
How do I handle equitable distribution when we own property in two states?
When spouses own property in two states, equitable distribution can become more complicated because the divorce court may need to identify, value, and divide assets that are located outside Vermont as well as assets loca...