Divorce and Family Law FAQs

Safeguarding Your Well-Being: Essential Steps for Divorcing an Abuser

May 15, 2024 by Zelenitz, Shapiro & D’Agostino, P.C.

Abuse of a spouse often happens over time, and in a variety of ways, including emotional or verbal abuse. Choosing to divorce an emotionally or verbally abusive husband or wife is a courageous step towards reclaiming your life. Following a few steps, such as getting a Court order of protection or … [Read more...] about Safeguarding Your Well-Being: Essential Steps for Divorcing an Abuser

QDRO: Everything You Need to Know to Get Your Share of Retirement

April 22, 2024 by Zelenitz, Shapiro & D’Agostino, P.C.

Divorce can be complicated, primarily if you need to split assets such as retirement funds. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) can be crucial at this time. Understanding the QDRO meaning and how it works is essential to ensure that both parties' financial rights are protected. What is a … [Read more...] about QDRO: Everything You Need to Know to Get Your Share of Retirement

First Steps After Divorce

September 23, 2021 by Zelenitz, Shapiro & D’Agostino, P.C.

Few things in this world are as life-altering as divorce. In many cases, divorce is unexpected and comes after a long-fought battle. The divorce process can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining for all parties involved. The most important thing to remember is that there is life after … [Read more...] about First Steps After Divorce

Legal Actions to Take When Leaving a Toxic Partner

September 23, 2021 by Zelenitz, Shapiro & D’Agostino, P.C.

Love and affection are emotions that can take two people and unite them in various forms. Falling in love can be an energetically charged experience filled with devotion, intimacy, and tenderness. However, sometimes these dynamics shift from passionate to poisonous, and when burning love turns … [Read more...] about Legal Actions to Take When Leaving a Toxic Partner

Teen Car Insurance Coverage After Divorce

May 7, 2021 by Zelenitz, Shapiro & D’Agostino, P.C.

There is no denying that teenage drivers are the most expensive drivers to insure. Therefore, you need to make sure that your teen driver has the right insurance coverage. Even under good circumstances, finding affordable auto insurance for divorced parents’ children can be challenging. You must … [Read more...] about Teen Car Insurance Coverage After Divorce

Can my spouse get my life insurance payout if our divorce isn’t finalized?

April 18, 2021 by Zelenitz, Shapiro & D’Agostino, P.C.

The process of a divorce can be difficult because you are dividing your life from someone else. If you have been married for several years, the process can be frustrating because you have intertwined so much of yourself with the other person. Something such as figuring out term life insurance … [Read more...] about Can my spouse get my life insurance payout if our divorce isn’t finalized?

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