We all say things we regret from time to time, but there is no more crucial time for parents to mind their words than during a Massachusetts divorce. Not only can the things they say come back to haunt them in divorce court, but, more importantly, they can harm...
The messiness of a Massachusetts divorce has been well documented. The attorneys, the custody battles, dividing everything up. But how does one initiate the process? When you are sure you want to go through with one, how do you tell your spouse you want a divorce? In...
A Massachusetts Child Custody Bond is a type of court bond that is designed to provide a preventative guarantee to protect children and offer financial support and resources for parents.The court (Obligee), through proper pleadings, will require a parent (Principal)...
Being there isn't enough - a good Massachusetts dad is a present dad. That means savoring every moment with your child, putting away your smartphone, and living mindfully. Alas, like anything worthwhile, it takes practice. Lots of practice. "Presence is focusing on...
Updating or correcting your Massachusetts child support does not make you less of a father or mother; it just means you'll have more money to spend on your child in different ways. The child support guidelines have a formula that is based on a number of factors. And...
iStockIf your Massachusetts marriage is on the rocks, you need to be thoughtful about the timing of decisions because the government has recently enacted many tax laws that impact divorcing couples, especially those with high net worth. Tax codes are confusing in the...
Service of U.S. state court paperwork is similar to serving on exclusive federal land - the Army, for example, will first ascertain whether the servicemember will voluntarily accept service. If not, the requesting party is advised that he/she must comply with the...
You might not be familiar with the term, but chances are either you or your Massachusetts friends are "guilty" of it. Sharenting refers to parents oversharing information and pictures of their children on social media. Sounds a little bit more familiar now, doesn't...
It's a common refrain: relationships in Massachusetts are hard work. Fights are normal and rough patches are par for the course.True as that may be, however, these platitudes can distract from legitimate causes for concern in one's social and romantic life including...
A Massachuserrs divorce is devastating on many levels. The shot to the heart takes your breath away and leaves you doubled-over as if you were punched in the gut. And that's just for starters...When in the throes of an unhealthy marriage that you've exhausted all...