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How do couples over 50 divide a retirement plan during a divorce?
Delaware couples going through a gray divorce have the option to divide a retirement plan. The family court judges view an employer-sponsored pension fund or 401(k) account as marital property subject to equitable distribution. A retirement fund, however, does not...
How do brain injuries impact your emotions?
Residents of Delaware often suffer brain injuries in the wake of a crash. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most common of the severe effects. These brain injuries have major impacts on every aspect of a victim's life. Today we will look at the way TBIs...
Does vehicle technology help or hinder distraction?
For many years now, people have heard or read a lot of news and discussion about the dangers of the handheld use of electronic devices while driving. While driver distractions may involve the need to take a hand off of the steering wheel, gear shift or other essential...
What are the symptoms of a spinal cord injury?
When you experience a car accident, it could have serious effects on your life. Catastrophic injuries can not only saddle you with medical bills, but can force you into a new occupation or completely disable you. One such injury related to car accidents is a spinal...
What are the marijuana possession penalties in Delaware?
You may be aware that Delaware has decriminalized the possession of marijuana for personal use. Decriminalization is different in every state, and should you have any interest in the plant, it is important for you to understand the limitations of decriminalization and...
Should you seek spousal support?
Alimony, or spousal support, used to be a routine aspect of divorce. Ancient Egyptian, Greek and Hebrew civilizations established the tradition and the practice continues today. If you are facing divorce, you should know your state’s statutes and guidelines as they...
What penalties can you face for a first DUI conviction?
If convicted of DUI in Delaware, you can face serious penalties, even for your first offense. Since a first-time DUI conviction represents a misdemeanor, you likely will face a jail sentence of from two to six months. You could also face having to pay a fine of from...
Work together to build an appropriate custody schedule
Your children are a major part of your life, and that's why it's so frustrating that you're having to go through a divorce. You know that a divorce is going to disrupt them and cause a lot of anxieties. Even in the best-case situation, they are going to have...
When your spouse wants to keep the house
For many couples who separate and make the choice to get a divorce, the topic of what to do with their house can be one of the most contentious. In many cases, one person wants to stay in the home perhaps to maintain some stability for their children or simply because...
Making a prenuptial agreement
A prenuptial agreement is a document made by a couple preceding their marriage. This contract protects the interests of each party and the assets that they each owned before getting married. If you and your future spouse are considering drafting a prenup, it is a good...
