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The odds that a Nebraska resident gets a divorce could be influenced by genetics. This is the conclusion of a study conducted by the American Association of Psychology. The study looked at 20,000 children and compared their rate of divorce with their biological and...
Recent changes to the tax code may affect the way people get divorced, at least until 2025. Under the old law, a higher-earning Nebraska spouse might use alimony as a way to keep more of the marital assets while ensuring their former spouse has the money they need to...
Nebraska residents who are getting a divorce should think about what their priorities are. It may help to make a list of things they need and want as well as things they can compromise on or let go. People might also want to think about what would be on the other...
Parents in Nebraska who get a divorce should be aware of the financial impact of a divorce, particularly with regard to paying for their children's college education. Divorcing parents should take certain steps to make sure that they will be able to provide the...
Most Nebraska residents walk down the aisle thinking that their marriage will last forever. The majority do not expect to find themselves in divorce court. However, statistics show that marriage ends in divorce for many people, and divorce often takes an emotional and...
Making a financial plan before filing for divorce may be a good idea for Nebraska residents. This may be particularly important for people who do not have an income and do not participate in marital financial decisions. These people will need to start educating...
Parents in Nebraska who are going through a divorce or have recently gone through one could have many questions about what happens next. In many cases, the children blame themselves for the end of the marriage, and it is okay to reassure them that they had nothing to...
If a Nebraska parent fails to pay child support as ordered, enforcement mechanisms may be used to compel it. In some cases, a person may have his or her wages garnished, pay a fine or have a tax refund seized to fulfill a support obligation. When wages are garnished,...
Nebraska couples headed for marriage may want to avoid any consideration of divorce, but continually high divorce rates make such thinking questionable. Some pragmatic couples seeking to protect their assets are implementing safeguards in case their marriages fail as...
Divorcing Nebraska couples may anticipate the signing of the final divorce decree like it is the finish line to a marathon. While reaching the final agreement and getting a court order is a major milestone, there is more to the journey into singlehood. When a judge...
