According to some workers in Massachusetts probate courts, family life seems to be becoming more complex, chaotic and, in many cases, dysfunctional. As a result of these societal changes, the job of settling divorce and child support disputes between separating...
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Federal child custody law subject to varying interpretations
What happens when states interpret a federal law differently? In many cases, the party who is challenging the law must seek clarification through the courts. One recent child custody dispute concerns one court's interpretation of the Indian Child Welfare Act....
Child support payments: Financial preparation crucial
Divorce is already an emotionally difficult process. However, when there are children involved, it can become even more complicated. It is important when dealing with children in a divorce that parents attempt to maintain the child's current lifestyle in order to...
Can a Massachusetts divorce be confidential?
Many people would like to keep their private life just that, private. However, when a divorce is filed in a Massachusetts family court, many of the documents filed in the proceeding may be accessed by the general public. So how does one keep these documents from being...
Debt is a central issue in Massachusetts divorce proceedings
Although debt is becoming less of an issue each year as individuals reduce their financial obligations, it still remains a significant problem for many couples. According to an article by The Augusta Chronicle, the division of debt has become a larger hurdle than the...
Insuring into the future after a Massachusetts divorce
In today's society, there appears to be insurance coverage for almost every significant asset. From health insurance to auto insurance to everything in between, individuals are willing to spend a substantial amount of money for the peace of mind that comes along with...
How a Massachusetts parent can minimize the effects of a divorce
Divorce can be hard enough on an individual who does not have children. However, a divorce for a Massachusetts parent can be difficult for both the parent and the child. The stress associated with a divorce sometimes carries over to how the parent cares for the child,...
Mother set to appeal award of child custody to singer Usher
Although a ruling against a party in a child custody case in a state court may be a substantial blow to an individual's chances at gaining custody, there may still be other options available to them. Massachusetts readers may have followed the recent child custody...
Helping a child deal with a Massachusetts divorce
Dealing with a divorce can be difficult for a couple. However, dealing with a divorce when children are involved can be far more difficult. Although there may not be an easy way to properly help a child throughout the divorce, a Massachusetts couple may benefit from...
Understanding Massachusetts child support guidelines
Understanding how a child support payment is reached can be a difficult task. For most Massachusetts couples going through divorce or child support proceedings, the amount to be paid can be determined based on the child support guidelines. These guidelines are a...