If your spouse or partner has committed or threatened violence against you, you can ask the Kentucky court for a protective order. This legal document prevents the person from having contact with you. Learn more about seeking a protective order in Kentucky if you find...
No couple wants to think about a potential split before they've tied the knot. However, if you or your partner own a business or if you are wanting to safeguard your assets, you may decide to pursue a prenuptial agreement. Do you need to hire an attorney for a prenup?...
Believe it or not, there is no specific statute in Kentucky which tells the court how to divide marital debts. Generally, the debt "follows" the asset. But all debts incurred during a marriage are not automatically deemed to be "marital" in nature. Courts in Kentucky...
The entry of a Decree of Dissolution does not necessarily put a final end on legal issues arising out of your marriage. First, there are many things you will need to take care of personally (i.e., changing your name on your Social Security card and driver’s license,...
Previously it was almost unheard of for a couple to divorce after 30, 40 or 50 years of marriage, but that’s no longer the case. It is also much more common for people to be in a second or third marriage by the time they approach retirement age. Like it or not, many...
Every divorce action is different and unique. Every marriage has its own special circumstances. The information below will be useful to you in understanding the general process common to many divorce actions undertaken in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. In a nutshell,...
One way to achieve the American dream is to start a business venture. If you began your business during your marriage or merely used proceeds from the venture to support your family, though, your company may be part of the marital estate. Consequently, your soon-to-be...
A domestic violence situation can be quite dangerous when you involve law enforcement and officers arrest the other person. It is helpful to know what to expect and if there will be criminal charges in your situation. The Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence...
As the spouse of a service member in Louisville, you enjoy a number of unique benefits. Those benefits often offset some of the sacrifices that you must make to accommodate your spouse's military service. One might of those may be sacrificing certain professional...
Consumers who experience serious financial problems may often wonder what, if any, options exist to help them get out of debt. In some situations, filing for bankruptcy may provide that opportunity. Chapter 7 bankruptcy plans may be the most commonly filed, but...