On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Feb 19, 2019 | Divorce, Firm News
An unhappy marriage may lead many people in Massachusetts to think about ending the relationship. At the same time, they may be confused about what the divorce process involves. Some people delay a divorce for lengthy periods of time because of misconceptions about...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Feb 8, 2019 | Divorce, Firm News
The simplicity of the legal process of marriage belies the complexities that can be involved in marital dissolution. A Massachusetts couple need only be 18 years old and receive a license before they may permissibly tie the knot. Contrast this with ending a...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Jan 11, 2019 | Divorce, Firm News
When Massachusetts residents get married, divorce is not one of the concerns on their minds. However, according to some studies, if one person in the relationship is significantly more attractive than the other, the risk of divorce might be higher for that couple than...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Nov 15, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
Although Massachusetts couples who are planning to walk down the aisle are likely focused on love and companionship, the act of getting married ultimately creates a financial union as well. When divorces happen, they must disconnect the partners’ financial ties....
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Oct 30, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
Living together before marriage could raise a Massachusetts couple’s divorce risk over the long term, according to a study that was published in the September edition of the Journal of Marriage and Family. Researchers used data from the National Surveys of...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Oct 16, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
Certain personality traits could eventually erode happiness between spouses in Massachusetts and result in divorce. This is especially likely when a spouse fails to address their bad habits or recognize the needs of their partner. According to psychologists, some of...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Oct 4, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
A Massachusetts couple considering divorce might also reflect on the various causes of the situation. In some cases, employment might play a part in the issues that develop. A study from two Stockholm University researchers reveals that jobs in certain industries can...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Aug 21, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
People ending their marriages in Massachusetts have many financial matters to consider before reaching a final agreement. For parents, their divorce settlements should address college expenses for the children. Even if children are young and college is years away, a...
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Aug 8, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
Older couples in Massachusetts face unique challenges when they go through the divorce process. These so-called “gray divorces,” which involve spouses over the age of 50, are more likely to involve issues with asset division and retirement savings plans....
On behalf of Reade Law Firm, PC | Jul 23, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
Tax laws and other financial matters have always had a significant impact on how Massachusetts couples divorce. Now, with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, divorce planning is sure to go through significant changes to match the radical difference in how spousal...
