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If you've recently decided to get a divorce, you may not have considered the types of child custody that are available to your family. However, the closer you come to finalizing your divorce, the more you'll likely see how important custody arrangements are. If you...
Child custody is one of the most emotional issues for divorcing couples in New York. It’s important to have answers to the most frequently asked questions about the topic. What are the laws of child custody? Child custody laws oversee what happens pertaining to the...
If a police officer in New York stops you on the road on suspicion of driving under the influence, they will conduct a Breathalyzer test. If the result is 0.08 or above, they can arrest you immediately. But that doesn't mean that your case is shut or that a conviction...
The state of New York generally prefers that children have relationships with both of their parents. Therefore, even if you aren't married to your child's other parent, you may be entitled to legal or physical custody rights to your son or daughter. The extent of...
Parents paying or receiving child support usually have questions about the modification process. Can a parent change child support in New York, and how? Common confusion comes from not knowing if either parent can request a modification. Sometimes, child support...
Although New York divorce court judges strive to approve an agreement that's fair, some couples may make financial mistakes when they draft a settlement. Involving professionals in your negotiation will help you prevent these mistakes and save you time on research....
It can be jarring when divorced parents in New York have to attend child custody hearings. It’s important to know how to be prepared. Understand how the process works You should know the state laws and understand how a child custody hearing works. Learn as much about...
Burglary and other theft crimes are taken seriously in New York. Facing such charges is scary. It’s important to understand the elements of burglary. There’s no victim Burglary is a type of theft crime that involves no victim being present on the property. When...
Going through a divorce can be stressful for the whole family. While parents struggle to negotiate the future, children feel tension about what will happen next. Part of working out your child custody agreement is considering how your future will look as a family....
Significant age gaps may exist between married couples, and they could mean little or nothing. Many spouses enjoy a wonderful union despite one of them being much older. However, age gaps could affect a marriage, but not necessarily how people assume. That is, a...