If you are going through a divorce in Massachusetts, you might have heard of the term "discovery". Discovery is a legal process that allows both parties to obtain relevant information from each other to support their claims and defenses in the divorce case. Discovery...
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Grandparent visitation in Massachusetts
If you are a grandparent in Massachusetts who wants to visit your grandchildren, you may wonder what rights you have under the law. In this blog post, we will explain the legal situation and the steps you need to take to petition for visitation rights. Under...
What you should avoid during a divorce.
Divorce is a difficult and stressful process that can have a lasting impact on your life. However, there are some things you can do to make it easier and avoid common pitfalls. Here are some tips on what you should avoid during a divorce. - Don't make rash decisions....
Tips for Parents Seeking Child Custody
If you are a parent who is going through a divorce or separation, you may be wondering how to get custody of your child. Custody is a legal term that refers to the right and responsibility to make decisions about your child's welfare, education, health, and religion....
How to Change Your Name When Getting Divorced in Massachusetts
If you are going through a divorce in Massachusetts and you want to change your name, you have three different options on changing your name. Here are some things you need to know about changing your name after a divorce in this state. Option 1: Resuming a former name...
Can divorce ruin your credit score?
Can divorce ruin your credit score? This is a common question that many people have when they are going through a divorce or considering one. The answer is not so simple, because divorce itself does not directly affect your credit score, but it can have indirect...
Books to help children cope with divorce.
When parents separate and get divorced their children have great difficulty coping with the changes in their lives. Parents seldom explain reasons for the divorce in an honest and complete manner. Children usually lack the ability to understand the reasons for the...
If you post it on social media it can be used as evidence against you
The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures by the police. This is generally interpreted to mean that police cannot search an area in which a person has a reasonable expectation privacy without a warranty or an exigency....
October is national bullying prevention month
National Bullying Prevention Month is an annual campaign to unites communities nationwide to educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention. Bullying can occur at any age and among any group in society. Children are the usual victims of bullying. If bullying...
Can an out of state divorce decree be modified by a Massachusetts Courts?
In a recent case, Cohen v. Cohen, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that Massachusetts had no jurisdiction to modify a California divorce decree to order college expenses and child support. This case is easily misunderstood as the decision is limited to a...