Monthly Archives: January 2019
Federal Law Passed Affects Domestic Violence & Protection Orders
In late December, the “PAWS Act” was signed into law, expanding rights and options for victims of domestic violence, especially those who are hesitant to leave or divorce their abusers out of concern for the family pet. The law specifically protects victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault by violent acts… Read More »
Planning For Divorce in 2019 with New Tax Laws
While there has been a significant amount of discussion over the alimony deduction disappearing in 2019, there are also a number of additional ways that the tax laws affects other areas of divorce, such as the tax deduction for children. Below, we discuss some of these changes and provide suggestions as to how a… Read More »