A recent study conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers discovered that almost half of the divorce lawyers who took part in the survey saw an increase in the number of women ordered by the court to pay alimony to an ex-spouse. Fifty-four percent also...
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Protecting your business during a divorce
Couples in Kentucky and the rest of the United States who are facing divorce may find it challenging to navigate the process of the distribution of assets. This is especially true for couples who own businesses. Fortunately, there are several options to help ensure...
Workplace dos and don’ts during divorce
When people in Kentucky are going through a divorce, they might also worry that it will affect their employment. It can be difficult to stay focused and productive at work, but it is also important to work through difficult emotions and try to balance the different...
Why some parents divorce after children leave home
Divorce is on the rise among people over 50, and the empty nest could be a contributor. Once their children leave home, parents in Kentucky may find that they are not the same people they once were, and they might have little in common. They may have stopped viewing...
Keeping Your Finances on Track After an Amicable Divorce
Going through a divorce in Louisville, Kentucky is an emotional experience, even when you and your spouse agree to an amicable split. For couples who have been married for many years, divorce brings about a set of unique challenges, especially with regard to your...
The role of asset trusts in some divorces
The discovery during a Kentucky divorce that one spouse has been hiding assets can come as a shock to the other spouse. In Texas, a divorcing billionaire couple are involved in a dispute over the fortune amassed since their marriage in 1989. The man filed for divorce...
There are special considerations for infant visitation
In Kentucky, parents will need to ease into a visitation schedule when it comes to an infant. Both parents should have access to the infant, but that father's ability to spend time with the child will grow over time. Parents should expect that the arrangements will...
Prenuptial agreements protect a business in divorce
In Kentucky and across the U.S., prenuptial agreements, or prenups, have become more common. It is important for couples to have a contract that describes who owns what before marriage and what happens to a couple's assets if there is a divorce. In the event a...
Pick your battles wisely when divorcing
In a Kentucky divorce, the actions and words of the spouses may dictate whether the case can be settled through an agreement or go to court. Spouses can have an impact on this with how they act. If they treat the other with disrespect, it may motivate the other spouse...
Determining who’s responsible for student debt in a divorce
Kentucky residents with student loans have probably been paying close attention to the news regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Federal student loan holders have recently received several breaks, such as a temporary halt on interest accrual. Notwithstanding this sliver...
