One of the matters that may need to be addressed when a couple in the state of Kentucky decides to divorce is whether either of spouses will receive alimony. Though never guaranteed, historically, more individuals-commonly women-received it than today. One law...
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Month: November 2015
Drinking at Thanksgiving? Be aware of Kentucky DUI laws
Gathering with family and friends at Thanksgiving to eat a big meal, probably featuring turkey, is an integral part of American life. It’s a holiday with a storied past, dating back to those first Pilgrims hanging on for dear life in 1621. In this post, we will...
Put children’s needs first during the holiday season
With Thanksgiving next week, the kickoff to the holiday season is just around the corner. During the holiday season many people spend time with friends and family celebrating and just enjoying each other’s company. While this time of year can be enjoyable for many, if...
How a spouse with money can prepare for a divorce
In our last post we wrote about things a non-monied spouse can do to be prepared for a divorce. In most case those individuals are focused on getting their fair share in the split. Those who are on the other side of the situation-who supported the family or made...
How a non-monied spouse can prepare for divorce
Every family has its own way of operating. In some cases one spouse will stay home while the other one works. When the marriage comes to an end, both sides have different concerns. We will cover what each spouse should do leading up to a divorce to protect themselves...
What happens to the house in a divorce?
In our last post we wrote about which assets will be included in what is divided in a divorce in the state of Kentucky. In that post we mentioned that for many people in that situation their house is the most expensive asset that needs to be considered. What will...
How property is divided in the state of Kentucky
In most cases, the division of assets is a big issue for divorcing couples. Exactly who gets what will vary depending on each specific situation. In the state of Kentucky, rather than splitting things in half, assets are equitably distributed. Of course not all...
In some situations custody arrangement may be modified
When a Kentucky couple that has children decides to end their relationship, matters involving those children can lead to great animosity between the couple. In these situations there can be a great sense of relief when the couple gets through what could be a long and...
Alimony isn’t limited to women
When a marriage ends it is possible that one spouse could end up paying alimony to the other. While traditionally it may have been husbands providing spousal support to wives, as the role of women has changed in society throughout the decades, so too have expectations...