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Wife of Getty Fortune Heir Wants $314,727 Monthly Support in Divorce
The soon-to-be-ex-wife of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty’s grandson says she needs at least $314,727 every month to maintain the lifestyle her husband has provided her for the last ten years.
Steve and Elaine Wynn Divide Resort Holdings in Divorce Settlement
Steve and Elaine Wynn were divorced for the second time earlier this month and agreed to divide their shares of Wynn Resorts, Ltd.
CSI: Miami Star to Divorce Wife – Seeks Joint Custody of Children
CSI: Miami star Eddie Cibrian filed for divorce from his wife, model Brandi Glanville, on August 24. Cibrian cited irreconcilable differences and is seeking joint custody of the couple’s two sons. Cibrian is rumored to be having an affair with singer LeAnn Rimes.
In Living Color Star David Alan Grier to Seek Joint Custody of Daughter
In Living Color star David Alan Grier filed court papers in Los Angeles last week seeking shared custody of his one-year-old daughter. Grier also requested that the court deny his estranged wife’s request for spousal support.
Actress Robyn Wright Penn Files for Divorce
Actress Robyn Wright Penn filed from divorce from actor Sean Penn in Marin County, California on August 12, citing irreconcilable differences. The estranged couple agreed to a division of all property and shared custody of their son. Wright will not seek spousal support.
“30 Rock” Star Tracy Morgan Files for Divorce
“30 Rock” star Tracy Morgan filed for divorce in Bronx Supreme Court following an 8-year separation from his wife of 23 years. His filing made the split official. The couple’s reasons for the divorce are unconfirmed. They have three sons, ages 23, 21, and 17.
New Jersey Supreme Court Permits Mediation in Custody Disputes
The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that couples who are divorcing may determine custody through mediators instead of judges. Proponents expect the ruling will help parents resolve custody disputes more quickly and to decrease the burden on the state court system.
Rapper Usher Raymond Continues Divorce Proceedings
Divorce proceedings between R&B singer Usher and his estranged wife, Tameka Foster Raymond, are to continue. The split is expected to affect the couple’s two sons, ages 18 months and 6 months, for whom the pair will have to determine custody.
Wife of San Francisco Giant Files for Divorce, Cites Irreconcilable Differences
Liz Watson, wife of former San Francisco Giant Barry Bonds, filed for legal separation in Los Angeles. Bonds’ legal and relational problems reportedly strained the marriage. Watson cited “irreconcilable differences” and sought spousal support and custody of the couple’s daughter.
Hulk Hogan Divorce Proceedings Continue
Terry Bollea, or “Hulk Hogan”, and his estranged wife, Linda, continued divorce proceedings on Monday. The hearing focused on the couple’s arguments over finances. Linda also hired security guards to escort her to the hearing, telling reporters she feared Terry’s alleged rage and jealousy.
Mel Gibson Divorce Settlement Could Reach $1 Billion
Robyn Gibson, wife of actor Mel Gibson, may be entitled to half of the approximate $1 billion fortune her husband earned during their 28-year marriage. The divorce settlement could be one of the biggest in Hollywood history.
Arkansas Voters Pass Ban on Unmarried Couples Adopting or Fostering Unwanted Children
On Tuesday, nearly 57 percent of Arkansas voters approved a ballot measure barring adoptive and foster care children from placement in the homes of couples who are not married.
Off-duty Chicago Police Officer Shoots Son, Kills Self and Daughter
Chicago Police Officer Dannie Marchan committed suicide Monday morning by turning his gun on himself after fatally shooting his young daughter and grievously wounding his 9-year-old son.
New York To Allow Same-Sex Couple to Divorce
A lesbian couple who were married in Canada are headed for divorce in New York in what appears to be the state's first ever same-sex divorce and child custody case.
Child Custody Law
Child custody refers to the custody of children in the event of a divorce. Custody battles can be hard on the children, so it is important that custody be resolved as quickly as possible.
Divorce Law Glossary
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Family Law Investigation
A family law investigator can help with many issues related to divorce investigation and child custody. A detective may be able to uncover evidence of a cheating spouse, hidden assets, or child abuse.
Alimony Payments
If you are going through a divorce and are concerned about alimony payments, contact an experienced divorce attorney today for legal and financial advice.
Types of Alimony
In the majority of cases, alimony is paid to the wife from the husband, although the wife can pay alimony to the husband if she is the primary caretaker. Learn about the types of alimony payments that are made following divorce.
Alimony
Learn about alimony, a form of spousal support that may be paid after divorce or during separation. A family lawyer can represent you in divorce court and help you calculate alimony payments to avoid recapture.
Dividing Marital Property in Divorce
Read about dividing marital property. A divorce attorney from our national network can provide information on community property and equitable distribution in your state.
Limited Divorce
Learn more about divorce law. Information on divorce procedures and settlements is provided. Seeking the advice of a divorce lawyer is highly recommended.
Absolute Divorce
Divorce is defined as the legal dissolution of a marriage. There are two types of divorce: absolute divorce and limited divorce. Learn more about absolute divorce.
Divorce Law
Divorce, also known as “dissolution of marriage,” occurs when a marriage is legally terminated. Divorce law helps determine how property is divided after a divorce and settle any child custody issues that occur.
Washington Supreme Court Asked to OK State-Supported Divorce Representation
The Washington State Supreme Court heard arguments from attorneys for an Olympia woman that the state has a duty to provide government-subsidized legal counsel to represent her in her divorce case.
New Jersey to Make Divorce Easier
The New Jersey State Assembly passed a bill Monday that would make it easier for couples to become divorced. The bill would allow couples to dissolve their marriages, citing “irreconcilable differences,” after six months. This no-fault divorce bill passed 61 votes to just 15.
“Covenant Marriages” in Texas?
Texas State Republican Bill Zedler introduced a bill calling for existing marriages in the state to be converted to “covenant marriages.” If successful, covenant marriages, which recognize marriages as a social and moral relationship rather than just a legal one, would make it much more difficult for couples to divorce.
Oops ... I Did it Again - Spears Files for Divorce
Britney Spears filed for divorce from former backup dancer Kevin Federline Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court.
SafeGuard Guaranty to Offer Divorce Insurance
The North Carolina-based SafeGuard Guaranty Corporation announced plans to offer divorce insurance internationally sometime in early 2007.
Simpson, Lachey Divide Assets in Divorce
Former "it" couple Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey have decided to divide the assets from their marriage after Lachey reportedly agreed to less than his share to avoid a contentious court battle.
Kim Basinger to Appear in Court over Child-Custody Dispute
Kim Basinger has been ordered to appear in court after allegedly disobeying a judge’s orders concerning ex-husband Alec Baldwin’s visitation time with their daughter.
Los Angeles court unseals explicit documents in grocery store magnate’s bitter divorce
The 1,200 pages of documents include allegations by billionaire Ronald W. Burkle's daughter about his conduct toward his former wife.
North Dakota group petitions against child custody laws
Hoping to get enough signatures to put their initiative on the November general election ballot, the North Dakota Shared Parenting Initiative (NDSPI) suggests that joint physical custody, or shared parenting, is a better option for the children of broken homes.
Legally Separated Man Sues eHarmony
Seeking $12,000 in civil penalties, 36-year-old John Claussen is suing a popular online matchmaking service that refused to find him a suitable mate because he is technically still married.
New Hampshire Bill Would Pro-rate Child Support
Parents who pay child support would get financial credit for time spent with their children, as put forth in a bill that recently passed the New Hampshire House.
UK Study Suggests Cash Fears Produce Lower Divorce Rates
Fear of financial repercussions might be incentive for men to stay in relationships that they might otherwise abandon.
No-Fault Divorce Proposed in New York
A new no-fault divorce proposal in New York makes it possible for a spouse to get a quick, inexpensive divorce without having to prove serious misconduct by the other partner.
Skin Guru Wins Sole Custody of Daughter
After fighting one of the most expensive custody battles in the history of Connecticut's family court, Nicholas Perricone, best-selling author and cosmetic industry giant, was finally awarded sole custody of his seven year old daughter.
International Child Abductions Involving Military Parents On The Rise
Military officials report that international child abductions involving U.S. military personnel living overseas and their foreign spouses are becoming a widespread problem as global communication improves and overseas travel increases.
Accusations of Judicial Misconduct In Marin County
Accusations of favoritism and corruption directed at the Marin Supreme Court are resurfacing after five years. Child advocates claim the cronyism exhibited by judges has forced many children to live with abusive parents.
Connecticut Supreme Court May Open The Door For Protracted Divorce Litigation
A recent ruling by the Connecticut Supreme Court amended a divorce decree to include assets that one spouse acquired after the decree had been issued. Legal experts fear this may prolong divorce litigation by indefinitely extending the period for post-judgment challenges.
Minnesota Modifies Child Support System
For the first time in more than 20 years, Minnesota lawmakers voted to amend the state's child support system. Both parents' income will now be taken into consideration when determining appropriate child support payments.
New Initiative Helps Fathers Gain Custody of Children
With help from the Fathers Collaborative, a Pittsburgh father and his estranged wife now share custody of the son he has rarely seen over the past year.
Alcoholism Not Automatic Grounds To Modify Alimony and Child Support Payments
A Delaware appeals court ruled that alimony and child support can be based on potential earning capacity instead of current wages only when it has been definatively proven the person lost his or her job because of substance abuse.
Parenting Plan Gives Divorcing Parents More Control Over Child Custody Issues
The Model Parenting Plan recently released by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers is designed to assist divorcing parents in resolving the parenting issues that frequently cause disputes in court.
National Guardsman Loses Custody of Son While in Iraq
After serving 15 months in Iraq, a National Guardsman returned home from his deployment to find he no longer had shared custody of his 10-year-old son.
Innovative Kentucky Family Court Tackles Family Issues One Case at a Time
The family court system in Jefferson County, Kentucky is being hailed as efficient and forward-thinking. Its unique organization enables judges to tackle a wide variety of family issues with inventive solutions.
A History of Domestic Abuse Has Little Influence on Child Custody Proceedings
When deciding child custody cases, most U.S. states require the disclosure and consideration of any history of domestic violence. However, a recent study found that courts are frequently unaware when any such history does exist.
Texas Court Restricts Parent's Overnight Guests
A Dallas judge banned a father from having his serious girlfriend spend the night while in custody of his nine-year-old son.
Pregnancy Causes Delay In Divorce
A judge in Spokane, Washington vacated a divorce decree on the premises that the woman did not properly disclose her pregnancy to her ex-husband or the state.
Indiana Judge Prevents Father From Teaching Religion To Son
After separating amicably from his wife, Tom Jones was shocked to learn the divorce decree that gave him full custody of his son also stipulated that he could not teach his religion to his son.
Divorce Rate Among Active Duty Army Personnel On The Rise
As extended deployments in Iraqi drag on, the divorce rate among active duty Army personnel has significantly increased, especially among Army officers.
Court Rules Wife's Tortious Infection Suit May Proceed
The Missouri Court of Appeals rule that a wife, who contracted genital herpes from her husband, may proceed with her tortuous infection lawsuit.
Same-Sex Child Custody Disputes To Be Heard By California Supreme Court
The California Supreme Court is set to hear three cases that will determine if the laws that govern parental rights of children born to unmarried heterosexual couples will extend to children of homosexual couples who do not register as domestic partners.
Fathers' Rights Victory in Massachusetts
In a decision applauded by fathers' rights advocates, a Massachusetts court repealed a 1998 law that required all non-custodial parents to present a non-batter court certification before being granted access to a child's academic record.