Filing for divorce isn’t always an easy process, which is why many consult with a professional for help. When compared to the entire United States, Massachusetts falls somewhere in the middle under a Find The Best ease of filing rating. The fact that the minimum...
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Art collectors divorce and family law case gets complicated
A pair of art collectors and lobbyists in Massachusetts' close neighbor, Washington D.C., filed for divorce. When it first came out that the two had separated, they appeared to be going forward with a fairly easy divorce that did not include any hard feelings....
Massachusetts lawmakers: No sex between divorcing couples
Although in the throes of a divorce, some couples end up carrying on a physical relationship despite the impending divorce and end of a marriage. Those types of relationships may no longer be an option, at least legally, if a Massachusetts lawmaker has anything to do...
Is conscious uncoupling a new substitution for divorce?
Whether we like it or not, celebrities can be a driving force behind new trends. This might include a new fashion style, a new type of diet or even a new way to break up. Yes, we’re talking about Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin and their decision to...
Routines as little as a bedtime story can help a kid’s wellbeing
A study was recently published in the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics that discussed the importance of routine in a child’s life to enhance their social and emotional health. Researchers with The Children’s Evaluation and Rehabilitation...
Fight for same-sex marriage spreading across the country
Massachusetts has long been a state that has set the standard for same-sex marriage. Since it legalized same-sex marriage, several other states have followed. Proponents argue that it is a basic right that should not be denied. Since the Supreme Court ruled on the...
Federal government adds more rights to same-sex marriage couples
The path to equality has been a long, slow battle for some groups in this country. However, recent court rulings are increasingly providing more and more rights to same-sex couples, even for those couples who live in states such as Massachusetts that have allowed...
Woman denied same-sex partner adoption of legal son
In the majority of circumstances, the arrival of a new baby is longed-for, sought after and happily anticipated. The extreme joy that most parents experience at the arrival of their brand new bundle of joy is often difficult for those who do not have children to fully...
Massachusetts task force to propose child custody statute
Many states have started analyzing the way child custody is awarded by judges. More and more are considering the possibility that child custody be awarded in a 50/50 split except when domestic violence or substance abuse is an issue. In Massachusetts, a task force is...
Economy could influence Massachusetts divorce rate
A failing economy can have many consequences. As more people in Massachusetts lose their jobs, families have less money for activities, food and clothing. Public education is impacted as are government services when budgets are cut. However, one sociologist claims...
