Can Divorce Lead to Defamation?

Litigated divorces can be ugly affairs. With the emotional turmoil of a failed relationship, spouses can act in highly illogical and problematic ways. This may translate into numerous accusations hurled back and forth – often without any basis in reality. But can these accusations lead to defamation lawsuits? After making baseless accusations during divorce proceedings,…

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 Proving Mental Illness During Divorce: Worth it or Not?

Establishing the existence of mental illness during divorce can be a double-edged sword. Unfortunately, mental illness is fairly common among not only divorcing spouses but the entire US population. Recent studies have shown that about 20% of all Americans suffer from at least some form of mental illness – ranging from debilitating diseases to relatively mild anxiety.…

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Unique Financial Considerations for Jewish Divorces

While divorce in the United States is governed by a non-religious family court system, there are situations when religion plays a major role in the dissolution of marriages. One obvious example is a so-called “Jewish divorce,” as orthodox Jews must follow a number of mandatory steps when pursuing a divorce. In some situations, these steps…

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