By now, all year-end tax records have been received and people are busy preparing tax returns for filing by April 15. Earlier this year, changes were made to the tax code which could affect many people, especially those in the process of divorce. On January 1 the American Taxpayer Relief…
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In Divorce, Paying Attention to Details Can Avoid Future Problems
Newt Gingrich, Advance Directive Advocate (Photo credit: Mike Licht, NotionsCapital.com) Although divorce can be a very emotional experience, keeping a clear head concerning certain practical matters can help to avoid additional heartache down the road. If, after reading the following, you need a Hunterdon County lawyer to assist you with…
Changing Your Name Following Divorce Is Easy, but Take Care to Avoid Complications
ch-ch-ch-ch-changes (Photo credit: Heather Quintal) Although its origins date back to a time when women had few individual rights, the custom of women taking their husbands’ names at marriage is still popular. (1) It can be a symbol of unity as a couple starts their married life together. If the…
Impact of Divorce on Your Income Tax Returns Can Be Costly
Tax (Photo credit: 401K 2012) When a couple faces divorce, the IRS and taxes are probably the last things on their mind. Divorce, however, carries tax implications that, if ignored, could cost you plenty down the line. The following covers a few basic facts you should be familiar with regarding…
Divorcing an Absent Spouse Requires Detective Work
Your marriage failed. You are convinced there is no saving it. You want a divorce. The problem is you have no idea where your estranged spouse is, and the law requires you inform him or her of your intentions before a divorce is granted. Does this mean you are at…
Annulment v. Divorce – What Is the Difference?
English: Kris Humphries playing with the Dallas Mavericks (Photo credit: Wikipedia) When the marriage of former NJ Nets player Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian ended, Humphries sought an annulment over a divorce. (1) Both actions have essentially the same results – ending the union between a man and a woman…
Ex-Spouses Are Still Entitled to Receive Social Security Benefits
Marriage (Photo credit: Lel4nd) Did you know that even after divorce you still may be entitled to receive Social Security benefits based on your ex-spouse’s contributions? It’s an area many divorced couples may overlook, but one that can be crucial to your the financial well-being. According to an article on…
Court Says GPS Devices Can Be Used to Track Unfaithful Spouses
For most people, a global positioning system — better known as a GPS — is a useful tool that can help keep them from getting lost, navigate detours, or find the quickest route between two points. These devices can also be used to track the movements of the vehicle in…
‘Legally Separated’ Is Not a Status Recognized in New Jersey
While entertainment news headlines these days may be full of celebrities and politicians calling it quits on their marriages, divorce is a big step for most couples no matter what problems they may be facing. There can be any number of reasons why a couple in domestic turmoil may not…
Can Reading Other’s Emails Be Criminal?
It used to be couples embroiled in divorce battles would hire private investigators to collect evidence against each other. In this digital era, however, more people are relying on electronic means to snag their spouses in compromising situations. The ramifications of this are unclear. In Rochester Hills, MI, a man…