When couples in Connecticut decide to pursue a divorce, alimony may be awarded to one spouse. In deciding whether or not to award spousal support, courts consider a variety of factors including the length of the marriage. As we've mentioned previously, permanent...
Month: February 2013
Couples with poor communication more likely to divorce
Abuse, addiction and infidelity are common causes of divorce. However, could constant nagging lead some couples to part ways? One man said that nagging led him and his wife to divorce. He says that the first six years of their marriage were great. However, poor...
Dealing with the emotions that often come with divorce
Whether you live in Connecticut or elsewhere, most people would agree that choosing to marry someone is a big deal. Through marriage, people promise to remain committed to their partner for the rest of their lives. People trust that their partner won't intentionally...
Making sure children of divorce get the help they need
A divorce can be filled with challenges. It is rare for couples who are parting ways to agree on everything. One issue that can be particularly difficult to handle is child custody. In Connecticut, the best interests of the children are considered when determining...
