Divorce is up among middle-aged and older Americans, even as younger generations are less likely to get divorced, a recent analysis finds. According to the Bowling Green State University’s National Center for Family and Marriage Research, divorce rates doubled for...
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Can People Who Live in Massachusetts Legally Marry Their First Cousin?
This is one of those weird topics, yet at the same time, it's rather interesting. Any supposed risk factors aside, can you legally marry your first cousin in any of the New England States? The answer is yes, for the most part. Here's a rundown of each state and its...
A ‘Gray Massachusetts Divorce’ Reshapes Family Dynamics
A Massachusetts divorce is always messy – you have to think about finances, living arrangements and of course, the kids. But when it comes to older couples going their separate ways, fathers are more likely to lose touch with their children, a study suggests. There...
Here’s The Average Age for First Time Marriages in Massachusetts
According to the site, overflowcata.com, the average age Massachusetts men tie the knot for the first time is 31.8. For Massachusetts women, the average age for first-time marriage is 30.4. These averages for both men and women place Massachusetts as the fourth state...
The Legal Age to Marry in Massachusetts Has Changed
What should the minimum age be for someone to marry legally in Massachusetts? The recent enactment of a state law settled that debate once and for all. Until recently, a person under 18 could be married, provided they obtained parental consent. Massachusetts law (MGL...
Is Your Massachusetts Divorce Separation Agreement Fair and Reasonable?
A Massachusetts Probate and Family Court judge will approve a parties’ agreement so long as it is “fair” and “reasonable”. However, many family law litigants ask, “What does Fair and Reasonable mean”? Does that mean fair to both parties? Does there need to be some...
Types of Alimony Available in Massachusetts
Alimony is court-ordered support paid by one spouse to the other for a period of time after a Massachusetts divorce. Alimony is paid by a spouse who has the ability to pay to a spouse in need of support for a period of time. Only people who are divorcing or are...
These Massachusetts Towns Have the Highest Divorce Rates
Fall River, a city located in southeastern Massachusetts, has garnered attention for its concerningly high divorce rate. With a rate of 17.7%, Fall River ranks among the highest in the state, surpassing other notable municipalities like Hyannis, North Adams,...
Types of a Massachusetts Divorce
In Massachusetts, a divorce is filed as “no-fault” or “fault". Either of these are contested or uncontested. Before you file, you’ll need to choose the type that’s right for you. Contested or uncontested “Contested” means that one person disagrees with the divorce or...
Stages of a Massachusetts Divorce for Children
A Massachusetts divorce means changes not only in your life but also in the lives of your children. Usually, this experience is quite traumatic for minors. Therefore, it will be useful for you to know what stages your child is going through during your divorce. ...