For many workers, each week means five days of working from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, there are those in occupations with much less standard schedules. For instance, truck drivers may be on the road for days or even weeks at a time. Firefighters…
Researchers at Boston College’s Center for Retirement Research initiated a study into the impact that divorce had on retirement in 2018. The study’s authors concluded that couples who divorce later in life often struggle to hold on to their retirement accounts. You may find it…
There are various reasons why a husband or wife may request alimony of their spouse when they divorce. It’s most common for this to happen when one of the spouses paused their career to support the other’s career endeavors or care for the home and…
Every marriage has its ups and downs. You can have arguments that seem unresolvable. One of you could be unfaithful. Or you can fall out of love and wonder what you ever saw in each other. Yet, these do not necessarily mean your marriage is…
Older adults who go through the divorce process in Connecticut should be aware of several pitfalls that people in their age group might be particularly vulnerable to. Divorce can be costly, and older adults may have less time in the workforce to make up for…
The divorce process, as some Connecticut residents discover, can be full of surprises, especially financial ones. One way to prepare for them is by making a financial plan that begins even before you announce your intentions to seek a divorce. What to do before the…
When spouses get divorced, they naturally wonder how to protect their assets and their interests. Connecticut is an equitable distribution state. A divorcing spouse needs to identify marital assets and argue for fair distribution based on the law. Many spouses wonder if having a separate…
There’s no doubt that divorce can be a lengthy and difficult process to go through. Not only is your life suddenly turned upside down, but now you have to worry about protecting some of your most valuable assets. Understandably, people want to know their options.…
Divorce is a stressful process for everyone, so it is important to not neglect your own emotional needs during this time. In Southport, Connecticut you have options for the emotional assistance you need for a sense of support during this time. Choose between a divorce…
One of the most common reasons that couples in Connecticut give as to why they are seeking divorce is financial disagreements and hardship. Issues with money can lead to couples becoming increasingly worried about their financial livelihood after the divorce is done. Fortunately, there are…