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What You Need to Know About Getting Divorced In Suffolk County
August 31, 2015If you are getting divorced in Suffolk County, here are some things you should know. As with every county, in…Should I Speak To The Police After An Arrest?
August 24, 2015You have been arrested. After your arrest, a police office may ask you to "set the record straight", "tell us…How is Paternity Legally Determined?
August 3, 2015If you are married and your wife has a child, you are presumed to be the father of the child.…What is Equitable Distribution?
July 27, 2015In New York State, you and your spouse's assets will be distributed by "equitable distribution." Equitable Distribution is basically a…Top Three Ways to Make Your Divorce Shorter
July 20, 2015You probably have heard the horror stories of divorces that take several years. However, there are ways to prevent your…Are Alimony Payments Deductible in New York?
July 13, 2015Alimony is sometimes also called "spousal maintenance" or "spousal support" payments. Regardless of its name, alimony payments are deductible in…What is the Difference Between Alimony (Spousal Maintenance) Payments and Child Support?
July 1, 2015David P. Badanes, Esq. There is a significant difference between alimony (spousal maintenance) payments and child support payments. The amount…Seven Things To Do Before Filing For A Divorce (In New York)
June 23, 2015Deciding to file for a divorce, is one of life’s hardest decision. If you are considering getting divorced you need…Some Recent Court Decisions Regarding Pets and Divorce
July 23, 2014David P. Badanes, Esq. The modern trend in divorce cases is to treat dogs and other pets as more than…