A long-time taxation standard has allowed those paying alimony to deduct the expenditure from their total taxable incomes. Meanwhile, the recipients of alimony were the ones who needed to make the tax payments on that money. Now, as of 2019, the situation will be...
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Big changes to 1 spouse’s appearance could be a sign of divorce
There are numerous "signs and symptoms" of divorce. One sign that your marriage could be coming to a close is difficult to miss – a lack of communication and emotional and physical intimacy. However, it's common for couples to go through ups and downs when it...
When should Connecticut parents avoid joint custody?
Many Connecticut parents agree to joint custody arrangements for their children. Often, these custody agreements involve the children living half the time with Parent A and half the time with Parent B. It's a good way for the kids spend the maximum time with both...
4 facts to focus on when you’re trying to avoid paying alimony
Some individuals want to pay their ex-spouses temporary alimony, especially when their marital break-up was amicable and they still care deeply for their exes. However, in most Connecticut divorce cases, the so-called "moneyed" spouse does not want to continue...
How do long-distance parents spend time with their children?
Not all parents are lucky enough to live in the same state as their children. These so-called "long-distance parents" will struggle to maintain a constant sense of connection with their kids via social media, video chats, text messages and regular phone conversations....
How child support in Connecticut is determined
If you are going through a divorce and expect to have primary custody of your child, you may be interested in obtaining child support. Child support is a biweekly or monthly payment that goes to the custodial parent for the child's needs. This payment is made by the...
Understand child safety during international divorces
An international child custody dispute is one of the most complicated. Interestingly, the number of international marriages is increasing, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The trouble with international marriages is that they can end like any others. When they...
How does economic standing affect a marriage?
Many people know that one of the problems people encounter in marriage is trouble with money. What is less obvious is that being rich can actually increase your risk of getting a divorce. That divorce, like any involving many assets, is complicated. Statistics have...
Alimony is a support for ex-spouses when they need it most
Alimony can be an important part of a divorce settlement. For instance, if you have been a stay-at-home mother for many years, you may not have had the chance to build up your career. The career you had in the past may have advanced to a point where your old skills do...
Woman charged with felony after kidnapping her son
If a parent interferes with another's custody rights, they can be held responsible. In some cases, parental kidnapping charges are filed, threatening the parent's right to see the child at all or without supervision. An Oct. 10 report describes a woman fleeing with...