There are several types of support that may be available for you to apply for after separation. The first to address, depending on if there are children involved and you receive custody, is child support. What always comes to mind is the amount that you can receive. No matter who receives custody, both parents [...]
Defining The Indefinite Of Alimony
INDEFINITE ALIMONY — What do we mean by “unconscionably disparate”? There are three forms of alimony: –temporary –rehabilitative –indefinite Indefinite alimony used to be called “permanent alimony”, however the Courts believe that indefinite alimony is the proper term to describe that form of alimony. As long as the recipient meets the requirements of indefinite alimony, [...]
One Time is Too Many: Cruelty and Vicious Conduct in a Marriage
Cruelty and Vicious Conduct Maryland law has recognized that if one spouse is cruel or acts viciously towards the other, the party who has been abused may obtain either a limited or an absolute divorce. What constitutes cruelty and/or vicious conduct? A clear example of cruelty is domestic violence. A “victim of domestic violence” means [...]
Just Stay Away! – New Maryland Separation Law
A new law was recently passed in the Maryland General Assembly making a change in the grounds for divorce. Maryland had two “no-fault” grounds for an absolute divorce: a mutual and voluntary separation of one year, or a separation of two years. As of October 1, 2011, the new law eliminates voluntary separation as a [...]
Alternative Dispute Resolution – Mediation and Binding Arbitration Options
MEDIATION and BINDING ARBITRATION ARE FORMS OF ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION – II One of the best ways to avoid the high cost of litigation and delay of time is through “alternative dispute resolution”. Alternative dispute resolution is an alternative to going to court. It is not necessary to file suit to have the benefit of [...]
