Massachusetts celebrity news fans may be interested to hear that Dennis Quaid has recently filed for divorce from his third wife. The filing follows a back-and-forth separation and divorce process that the couple has been going through since early this year. The...
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Hiding assets in a Massachusetts divorce has serious consequences
When it comes to divorce in Massachusetts, while it can certainly be confusing, one easy to comprehend rule is that everything related to finances must be fully disclosed. This means every single asset -- purchased together or otherwise -- and every single debt --...
Massachusetts family law: A discussion of the harm of adultery
When the recent scandal involving David Petraeus and his mistress exploded across Massachusetts and the rest of the nation the topic of adultery again became a topic of conversation. But this time, the subject became mixed with family law and the discussion ventured...
Massachusetts divorce more likely as economy recovers
Couples in Massachusetts make a wide range of choices based on economic factors. Many put off major home improvements or family vacations when times are tough, others pare down household expenses such as electricity consumption or cut the cable television bill. A...
Texas mother at heart of child custody battle wins rights
Massachusetts custody battles can be heart-breaking for the parents involved. However, these types of battles happen all over the nation and can result from divorce, separation or even a situation that involves in-vitro fertilization. A woman at the center of a child...
Gray divorce and the implications for Massachusetts baby boomers
Recently, reports have surfaced discussing the implications for baby boomers regarding the growing trend of middle age divorce. The so-called Gray Divorce trend has been a hot topic for many in Massachusetts and across the country. The impact of the baby boomer...
Massachusetts state senator offers plan to improve family law
Massachusetts state senator from the Middlesex and Essex Senate District, Hon. Katherine Clark, recently outlined some ideas and proposals for changes in family law in Massachusetts. The senator noted the importance of grandparents in the family unit and their...
Massachusetts child support settlements becoming more complicated
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...
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...
