The end of a romantic relationship almost always involves dividing up physical property. For those dating in high school or college, this might mean returning cds, a favorite sweatshirt and a book or two. In the case of a marriage, however, the financial consequences...
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Month: January 2012
What to do with the house in a divorce
The end of a marriage not only takes an emotional toll on those involved, it also poses significant financial challenges. During divorce proceedings, spouses must determine what to do with a variety of assets, including the house. Given the financial consequences...
High-net worth divorce for Kobe Bryant after 10 years’ marriage
Celebrity divorce settlements are absorbing for many reasons. Beyond the gossip, it can be intriguing to consider, from a legal point of view, what issues may arise during the divorce when substantial income and assets are involved. Even though the divorcing couple...
Father reunited with son after international child custody dispute
For eight years, a New York cab driver has been fighting for child custody rights to his 10-year-old son after the boy's mother took him to visit her relatives in the Ivory Coast in 2003 and never returned him. Just this Tuesday, the 46-year-old father finally...
There is a lesson to be learned from Katy Perry’s divorce
Listening to the lyrics of singer Katy Perry's hits like "California Gurls" or "The One That Got Away" will probably not educate you in all that much. But Pittsburgh readers who look past the tabloid headlines and think about her pending divorce from British comedian...
Children need to deal with divorce in their own way
Divorces are often difficult for all parties, and it's not unusual for the divorcing spouses to get petty -- especially as divorce proceedings get underway and present all sorts of points of contention. As tempting as it may be to involve children in these...
Kris Humphries seeks annulment rather than divorce
Some Pennsylvania couples may be surprised to know that there may be another option for ending a marriage besides filing for divorce. They can follow in the footsteps of Kris Humphries, and other celebrities, who have sought an annulment for their marriages, rather...
How can you protect yourself financially after a divorce?
Many Pennsylvania couples who have recently been through a divorce would simply like to put the past behind them. However, without proper planning, that could be a recipe for a financial disaster.Before, during and even after a divorce, it is essential to review your...
Many parents have trouble collecting child support
When divorce terms are finalized, all the financial details for each side are clearly defined and agreed upon with the understanding that all sides will adhere to the agreement. Unfortunately, this is not always the case; many divorcing spouses owing child support...
Complex child custody agreements are a growing trend
Star of David topped Christmas trees. That's what some people are doing after their divorce, in accordance with the child custody agreements they negotiated. A growing number of people seem to be adding interesting post-divorce requirements when it comes to raising...