Blog Posts in March, 2015

Avoid these money pitfalls during property division

Many couples in Kentucky find themselves arguing about money prior to getting a divorce. Financial battles can rear their ugly heads while the couple hashes out post-divorce issues. The following are some tips for couples to keep in mind when it comes to property division , so that the process does not cause a person to suffer further financial strain. A home is more than just a place to rest your ...

Can paternity in Kentucky be established before birth?

Depending on the circumstances, it may be necessary for a father in Kentucky to establish paternity in order to exercise his rights to child custody and visitation. There are a number of different types of paternity tests, some of which can be undergone even before the child is born. One type of prenatal paternity test is amniocentesis. In an amniocentesis, the physician inserts a needle into the ...

The relationship between Kentucky taxes and alimony

As tax season looms, recent divorcees in Kentucky may wonder what effect alimony -- also called spousal support -- has on their taxes. In fact, spousal support has tax consequences for both the receiving spouse and the paying spouse. First of all, spousal support is considered income to the receiving spouse, and it will be taxed as such. Because of this, the paying spouse may deduct spousal ...

Do certain professions have a higher divorce rate than others?

There are many factors that lead a couple in Kentucky to decide to divorce. Personality differences can be highlighted and disputes can arise in the best of circumstances, and in times of stress they can be the proverbial straw that broke the camel's back. But does a person's occupation have anything to do with their likelihood to divorce? One new study took a look at doctors and whether they were ...