Author Archives: Bridget Tartaglia
NJ Woman Sued for Penning Insults on Alimony Checks
A New Jersey woman who wrote disparaging remarks on the memo line of the alimony checks she sent to her ex-husband is being sued for intentional infliction of emotional distress. The Daily Record reports that Diane Wagner, 57, wrote the terms “loser,” “bum,” and “adult child support,” as well as an acronym for a hostile… Read More »
Issues of Child Custody and Domestic Violence
If there is any domestic violence present in your home, it will add some key issues to take into account when filing for a divorce and developing child custody arrangements. The following are a few issues to keep in mind while you work to safely transition you and your children into your new life: Keep… Read More »
New York Family Law Reform Says Professional Degrees Are Not an Asset Subject to Equitable Distribution
In a 1985 divorce case, O’Brien v. O’Brien, New York broke new legal ground when the state’s highest court decided that a professional degree or license earned during a marriage was a marital asset subject to equitable distribution. However, in the three decades since, few jurisdictions chose to follow New York’s lead, and the decision… Read More »
Mistakes Commonly Made During the Divorce Settlement Process
As you’re going through a divorce, it’s understandable to want to get the whole process over with as soon as possible. However, you need to make sure you are looking out for your own best interests. The following are a few of the mistakes most commonly made during divorce settlement negotiations: Not even considering mediation…. Read More »
Why Do You Need a Lawyer for Your Divorce?
Even if you and your spouse are on relatively good terms and believe you have come to a mutual agreement regarding child custody and the division of marital property as you head towards divorce, it’s still advisable to seek the assistance of a skilled family law attorney. A divorce decree is a legally binding court… Read More »
Changes to New York Alimony Law for 2016
The state legislature of New York has enacted new laws for temporary maintenance (alimony paid during the divorce process) and post-divorce maintenance. These reforms came as the result of widespread complaints that the existing methods of calculation were based on wealth redistribution rather than need and often led to grossly unfair results. Under the new… Read More »
Information to Gather When Preparing for a Divorce
As soon as you have made the decision that you will pursue a divorce, it’s a good idea to start collecting some important pieces of information right away. This could help you get a more favorable settlement during your divorce negotiations. The following is some of the information you should consider collecting as you move… Read More »
A Quick Overview of the Divorce Process
Are you wondering what to expect out of your upcoming divorce? Here’s a general step-by-step overview of how the process works: Filing the petition. The first step in any divorce is filing a divorce petition. Only one of the spouses actually needs to file the petition in court. Temporary orders. Depending on your circumstances, you… Read More »
Long Island Man Charged with DWI After Fatal Motorcycle Accident
A man from Bay Shore was recently charged with driving while intoxicated after he crashed his motorcycle, killing his wife in the process. According to Suffolk County Police, the 26-year-old man was driving his 2000 Kawasaki motorcycle east on the Sunrise Highway in West Islip when he suddenly lost control. The accident occurred close to… Read More »