The National Center for Health Statistics and U.S. Census Bureau statistics for today’s couples in their 50’s and older doesn’t paint a happy picture. In 1990, five out every 1,000 marriages representative of this age group ended in divorce. Stats from 2015 revealed a 100% increase – with 10 out ... Views: 985
If you’ve suffered an injury due to someone’s negligence and need medical care, you’re likely aware that the negligent party may be responsible for your medical bills. You’ve probably heard terms like damages, compensation, and pain and suffering, and you’re wondering how they may apply to your ... Views: 903
The days of divorced dads picking up their kids every other Friday evening and bringing them back home to Mom Sunday nights may not be completely gone yet, but they’re dwindling. Today’s divorced parents are changing the child custody landscape with continued co-habitation, nesting and other ... Views: 764
In June of 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down the landmark decision in Obergefell v. Hodges that granted marriage equality to all, allowing same-sex couples to legally marry across the nation. At the time, only 13 states still banned these unions, but the ruling also provided federal-level ... Views: 787
Divorce is disruptive, stressful, emotional and life-changing. It’s also financially impactful. Many divorces lead to a lower standard of living for one or both former spouses.
Two Households and Gender Income Discrepancies
Clearly, it’s cheaper for two people to maintain one household ... Views: 832
If you’re in an abusive relationship, there is help. No one need stay and take abuse from another person. Acknowledging what’s happening and reaching out for help is difficult for victims of domestic abuse. Educating yourself about your options can help you take the necessary steps. At MM&A, we ... Views: 1018
Today, social media is a part of nearly every facet of our lives. Did it really happen if you didn’t post it? Unfortunately, this activity has lead to some very unsuccessful outcomes for many divorcing spouses. Sounding off to the world about your spouse and your marriage during a separation or ... Views: 962
Tax Reform and How it Could Affect Spousal Support
Pending tax reform legislation has several potential effects on American taxpayers. One of these areas is how the payment of spousal support impacts tax liability on both sides. In current tax law, every penny paid in alimony reduces the tax ... Views: 873
Working out of Long Island, Dave Mejias is a family law attorney with Mejias, Milgrim & Alvarado, where he is also a managing partner. Serving as an attorney with the firm for the past 18 years, Dave has established himself as a talented attorney with a passion for helping families achieve ... Views: 704
Dave Mejias and his team of Long Island divorce lawyers offer a comprehensive range of legal services for individuals and families needing outstanding legal services. Dave and his legal team know that any involvement with the legal system can be stressful. When you have a legal matter, it's ... Views: 827
When clients have contact with New York's family court system, it's usually one of the most challenging and stressful times of their lives. They might be working collaboratively with their co-parent in order to establish the best possible custody and parenting plan for their children. They may ... Views: 547
The issues touched on in the practice of family law are personal. Every day family law attorneys are present as clients struggle through devastating, life-changing events. These are the things people never see coming, and can never be prepared for when they do arrive. These moments take such an ... Views: 788