Month: May 2013
Obtaining a divorce without all the expense
When a marriage is coming to an end, spouses want to know their options for obtaining a divorce. While a divorce is necessary for many things, such as obtaining a fair property division of marital property, many Alabama spouses may understandably fear the costs of obtaining a divorce. Fortunately, there are options for individuals to
NASCAR official’s divorce records unsealed, show bitter dispute
Privacy is very important for many Alabama residents. For example, some individuals may not want others knowing about all of their property interests or business assets. Yet, when a couple gets a divorce, particularly a high asset divorce, there can be questions of what information becomes public and what information stays private. Take, for instance, the
Country star Aldean files for divorce after 12-year marriage
As Birmingham residents are aware, laws change over time, meaning what was once the case for residents 50 years ago may no longer be true today. This is true in divorce as well, as laws have changed which impact the property division of spouses’ assets. One key area that has changed in divorce laws around the country
How long does one spouse pay alimony to another?
Many Alabama married couples are made up of spouses with different jobs and incomes. When these spouses get divorced, the disparity in income between spouses can trigger an award of alimony in favor of one spouse. Yet, current laws around the country are impacting the availability of alimony in certain cases. Typically, alimony is rehabilitative, meaning it