Social media, according to University of Chicago researchers, may be more addictive than alcohol and tobacco. It has also played a large role in marriage. For example, one-fourth of polled couples said that their Facebook caused at least one weekly argument and 81% of...
Year: 2021
Fathers’ rights and the importance of acknowledgment of paternity
In Long Island and throughout New York, fathers’ rights are frequently understated in a child custody and visitation case. However, parents should be aware of what must be done if there is any disagreement over paternity. This can occur because the parents are not...
Addressing child custody of a special needs child
Child custody disputes can be complex and hard-fought. That’s why parents who face these matters often work hard to build compelling arguments that support their belief that their proposed child custody and visitation arrangement is best for their children. While...
What factors are considered in awarding child custody?
When Long Island area parents decide they no longer are able to be together and their marriage is heading for a divorce they have often already been down a tough road. There are many important matters that need to be worked through in a divorce. Oftentimes emotions...
What becomes a family home during divorce?
There are many difficult decisions that must be made during the divorce process including property division and part of that process may be deciding who gets the family home. For divorcing couples this is an understandably serious concern they should be prepared for....
What should I know about child custody determination in New York?
In New York family law, many issues will be in dispute. Among the most complicated is child custody. People who are embroiled in a divorce are frequently worried about how custody will be determined, how much time they will have with the child and if fathers will have...
Understanding equitable distribution in a New York divorce
Property division frequently comes to the forefront in a New York divorce regardless of whether the couple has accrued significant assets or is of moderate means. Since this is a complex topic and people can engage in extended disagreements about how their property...
Divorce can affect your retirement savings
As a married couple in New York, it is likely that you and your significant other have put money aside for your retirement. However, if you are getting a divorce, it is important to realize that these retirement savings may take a hit in the divorce. Preparing in...
A father’s rights in child custody and parenting disputes
There was a time when most fathers probably thought they didn’t stand a chance of asserting any meaningful rights when it came to child custody and parenting disputes in family law court. However, that is definitely not the case today. For most family law judges, the...
Calculating business valuations during divorce
The cost of a divorce, both emotionally and financially, is something people don’t always think about when they decide to split. For a small-business owner, however, understanding the financial implications of property division is crucial for them to be able to...