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How many cases are the most difficult to decide whether or not a person is entitled to alimony. The state law requires that a judge consider 12 factors in the award of alimony. The state law does not say whether or not one factor should be way more heavily than another. It is necessary to have all those factors considered and reviewed by a competent attorney in order to make a proper assessment as to whether or not alimony might be awarded.... Read More
How many cases are the most difficult to decide whether or not a person is entitled to alimony. The state law requires that a judge consider 12... Read More
The terms of your protective order will define exactly what you canning cannot do with respect to contacting your wife. The safest thing to do is to leave the bar. You do not want to be accused either correctly or incorrectly that you have violated the protective order. You are subject to arrest and criminal sanctions if you violate a protective order and the consequences are very serious. It is best to be safe rather than sorry.... Read More
The terms of your protective order will define exactly what you canning cannot do with respect to contacting your wife. The safest thing to do is to... Read More
Hello   I assume your facts to be that your husband "married" the working girl after your marriage to him. I am also assuming he has had sexual relations with his new "wife". If the "marriage" to the working girl occurred in MD, then it is void. If this is the case, then you can file for an immediate divorce in MD based upon adultery. You should consult with a lawyer about your rights and obligations regarding property matters and alimony.... Read More
Hello   I assume your facts to be that your husband "married" the working girl after your marriage to him. I am also assuming he has had... Read More

Do I have to go back to file for divorce or can I start it where I reside?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You need one year residency here.
You need one year residency here.

Can I get anything if my name is on nothing, I have no access to anything and he moved everything to his parentsโ€™ name?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Diane L. Berger (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Nebraska it doesn't matter how an asset is titled.
In Nebraska it doesn't matter how an asset is titled.

Will I be responsible for my wife's medical bills if she has been refusing to negotiate the bill with the hospital?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Ernest A Cardona (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The simple answer is, yes, you might be responsible, but you could also ask a judge in a divorce or legal separation case to assign the debt to your wife solely. The reality of doing this is a lot more complicated than I can explain in a short message. If the insurance policy was not carried through your employment benefit health insurance (or union), and is in in your wife's name alone, the bill may be her sole responsibility anyway. Talk to a family law attorney to get more information.... Read More
The simple answer is, yes, you might be responsible, but you could also ask a judge in a divorce or legal separation case to assign the debt to your... Read More

Is it right to relocate to avoid argument and conflict while divorce is going on? What can I do to avoid alimony?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Alimony is based on several factors including duration of the marriage (the longer the more apt there might be -reason the marriage ended, health, need and the size of the property settlement can also be a factor.
Alimony is based on several factors including duration of the marriage (the longer the more apt there might be -reason the marriage ended, health, ... Read More

Is it right to relocate to avoid argument and conflict while divorce is going on? What can I do to avoid alimony?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If the court lets you. You need to talk with your attorney about this. If you don't have an attorney, you need to get one because all of these issues are important in a divorce case and an attorney can help you sort everything out.
If the court lets you. You need to talk with your attorney about this. If you don't have an attorney, you need to get one because all of these... Read More

Can my husband kick me out of the house he owns, if we are getting a divorce?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
He can unless you go to court and ask for an order to allow you to stay there until the case is finalized.
He can unless you go to court and ask for an order to allow you to stay there until the case is finalized.

Can my husband kick me out of the house he owns, if we are getting a divorce?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Technically yes but you can Petition the court for custody of your children and use and possession of the marital home, whose equity should also be divided.
Technically yes but you can Petition the court for custody of your children and use and possession of the marital home, whose equity should also be... Read More

Can my husband kick me out of the house he owns, if we are getting a divorce?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Marco Caviglia (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No. At very least, he would have to start an eviction proceeding. In addition, he has a child support obligation that makes him liable for payments to you if you left with the children retroactive to the date you file a support petition, and you may also seek spousal support as part of that petition pending an order from the supreme court. In addition, you can make a motion seeking relief related to the housing. You should be consulting an attorney if you are divorcing. Do not let your spouse determine things unilaterally with your signing off on things.... Read More
No. At very least, he would have to start an eviction proceeding. In addition, he has a child support obligation that makes him liable for payments... Read More

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Barbara Peyton (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
False. Go see your own attorney. You are basically entitled to approximately one-half of all payments made on the house during your marriage so long as those payments were made from earnings from either you or your husband. Do not hesitate.
False. Go see your own attorney. You are basically entitled to approximately one-half of all payments made on the house during your marriage so... Read More

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by James Timothy Weiner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If he refinanced the home and put it in your name chances are its marital property subject to split 50-50.
If he refinanced the home and put it in your name chances are its marital property subject to split 50-50.

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Joanna Marie Mitchell (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you are in Florida, what he has told you is incorrect. If you refinanced and your name was added to the deed and mortgage, in Florida you are now entitled to half of the house, regardless of the value of the house at mortgage. Even if you are not in Florida, you need to consult with an attorney before agreeing to anything; otherwise, you could be giving up valuable rights.... Read More
If you are in Florida, what he has told you is incorrect. If you refinanced and your name was added to the deed and mortgage, in Florida you are now... Read More

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Your husband is not necessarily right, nor is he necessarily quoting his lawyer correctly. Generally you are entitled to one-half of the increase in value of the house since the marriage, and similarly as to other assets. You should consult a skilled family lawyer who represents your interests and only your interestsand soon.... Read More
Your husband is not necessarily right, nor is he necessarily quoting his lawyer correctly. Generally you are entitled to one-half of the increase in... Read More

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Frances Ann Headley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Unless the payments were made with separate property, not earnings his assertion is incorrect.
Unless the payments were made with separate property, not earnings his assertion is incorrect.

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The answer to you question is that you should consult yourself with an experienced family law attorney, who can review your matter and advise you. The answer to this question will depend on where you reside.
The answer to you question is that you should consult yourself with an experienced family law attorney, who can review your matter and advise you. ... Read More

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Mr. Robert Jensen 'Bob' Matlock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Your question is too broad to give you a specific answer.
Your question is too broad to give you a specific answer.

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I would disagree. You may also be able to obtain alimony. If you have minor children, then child support also.
I would disagree. You may also be able to obtain alimony. If you have minor children, then child support also.

What am I entitled to after 13 years of marriage?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I think he is trying to bamboozle you. More than likely, since you lived there, you are entitled to half the value of the house and other property, including any retirement he has. Of course, he is also entitled to one-half of any retirement you have. The one-half is short hand and you need to talk with an attorney to figure out exactly what you are entitled to.... Read More
I think he is trying to bamboozle you. More than likely, since you lived there, you are entitled to half the value of the house and other property,... Read More

Is there a way to get a divorce in Maryland without having to live apart for one year?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Yes if the grounds for Divorce are based on Adultery and that Adultery is proven to the Court. Also under the Ricketts case some litigants who separated within the house,( eg. one lives in the basement with a separate entrance, kitchen etc, such that they are essentially living in two separate abodes), are able to prove valid separations and obtain their divorces.... Read More
Yes if the grounds for Divorce are based on Adultery and that Adultery is proven to the Court. Also under the Ricketts case some litigants who... Read More

Can he change the door lock without my consent since we are not living together?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Melvin G. Franke (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Who owns or rents the house? Is there a written lease?
Who owns or rents the house? Is there a written lease?

What can I do to remove lien and does a lien expire?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Steven D. Dunnings (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
What is the basis for the lien?
What is the basis for the lien?

What court order is needed to stay under ex-spouse health insurance?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Steven D. Dunnings (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No.
No.

Can you get divorce without separation?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   28 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Yes.
Yes.