For many people in Maryland, getting divorced means adjusting to a completely new lifestyle. If you were financially dependent on your spouse for most of your marriage, the judge might rule that your former spouse has to pay spousal support. This can help you support...
One of the things that a court might decide in a divorce in Maryland is whether a person receives alimony after the end of the marriage. As part of making this decision, the court will consider both financial and non-financial factors. Non-financial factors that can...
In the United States, nearly 50% of all marriages end in divorce. In Maryland, there are about 2.5 divorces per 1,000 citizens each year. A divorce can devastate both partners and entire families, but there are strategies to get through this stressful time with peace...
Going through a divorce in Maryland can be draining, both emotionally and financially. While there's no way to make divorce quick and easy, there are ways to make your divorce an experience that helps you grow instead of a never-ending nightmare. Here are some tips on...
In a state with fault divorce like Maryland, adultery can have a massive impact on the outcome of the divorce. While there are a few arguments that can protect the spouse accused of adultery in court, they typically end up with a smaller share of the assets and less...
When you file for divorce in Maryland, you and your estranged spouse have some control over how your assets are divided. If you both agree to a set of terms, the court will probably oblige. However, the situation is different when it avoids child support. No matter...
There's no denying that divorce has become more prevalent within Maryland and across the rest of the United States over the past few decades. Although each couple may have their own reasons for filing for divorce, the numbers have also shown another major cause for...
When you and your former spouse first came to a child support agreement, they weren't making a high level of income. Now that their income has suddenly skyrocketed, you want your child to enjoy the same standard of living when staying with both parents. Can you ask...
Maryland spouses who are going through a divorce might question if they can start a new relationship during the process. While most advise against it, this will be up to the individual. There are a lot of areas, both legal and personal, that should be considered when...
Maryland parents have it within their power to make a joint custody arrangement work. While it is never simple, if they follow a set of rules, they will be on the way to success. They may even be able to establish a functional co-parenting relationship. The most...
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