While an increasing number of states are enacting pet custody laws in family law cases, Maryland is not among them. Here, pets are treated like a chair, desk or computer, as property. While we cannot dispute the unfairness, we have to deal with the reality. If you are divorce planning and want to
Everything You Should Know About A Federal Divorce
Getting a divorce is typically a complicated process, but for federal employees, there are additional considerations that can make the proceedings even more daunting. Continue reading for an overview of everything you should know about a federal divorce. Each Case Is Individual There are several
What Happens To My Federal Benefits After A Divorce?
A divorce can impact many aspects of a person's life with repercussions that can extend well into the future, particularly where federal benefits are concerned. In fact, these benefits often form a substantial portion of the financial considerations in a divorce because they involve crucial matters
How Is FERS Divided In Divorce?
Federal government retirement benefits are considered one of the most valuable marital assets to be split when going through a divorce. Therefore, it is important for both federal government employees and their spouses who are considering a divorce to understand how these assets are handled legally
Is My Ex-Wife Entitled To My Federal Pension After Our Divorce?
When a couple divorces, there are many financial considerations that will factor into the divorce proceedings. For many couples, questions about the division of major tangible assets like homes and cars may come to mind first, but the fate of one or both spouses’ pensions is also a major concern in
How Is A TSP Divided In Divorce?
A major concern for both spouses in a divorce is securing their financial future. In addition to dividing physical assets such as homes and vehicles, the matter of retirement accounts plays a central role in the proceedings. One retirement plan of particular importance to federal employees is a
What Is Spouse Equity Coverage?
Continuation of health insurance is a major concern for many people going through a divorce. If a person is listed on the insurance of their former spouse, they could lose coverage upon divorce and be forced to find more costly or limited health insurance. Through a system known as spouse equity,
Everything You Need to Know About Your Federal Benefits in a Divorce
Federal employees going through the divorce process may find that their federal benefits are also impacted. In many cases, the spouse of a federal employee is entitled to certain benefits to ensure that the division of property is fair. The government does not award former spouses with automatic
