Author Archives: Jay Butchko
You Thought You Were The Father, But DNA Says Otherwise
You married your pregnant girlfriend and have lovingly jumped into the raising of the child. You are more than attached to the child—you have embraced the role of father, after all. But there have been some red flags indicating that maybe your then-girlfriend was less than loyal around the time that she became pregnant. … Read More »
The Financial Secrets You Need To Know In Divorce
Without question, divorce takes a toll on you psychologically. But emotions aside, there are some serious financial issues that impact divorce, and it’s critical that you set aside your feelings and address those money issues with a clear head! Basically Everything is Up for Grabs: That’s right—even things that may never have crossed your… Read More »
When She Wants Out Of The Marriage: 10 Divorce Tips For Men
Women ask their husbands for divorce more often than the other way around. If your wife surprises you with the news that she wants to call it quits, you need to put together a plan, and fast. Here’s some advice that might make the coming months a little easier. 1- Don’t try to ignore… Read More »
Juveniles And Hefty Fines Related To Criminal Activity
It makes perfect sense. If you do the crime, you get stuck with the fines. On balance, when illegal activities are the chosen activity of young people, it results in costly outcomes that impact victims all too often. Whether it’s property damage or worse, isn’t it fair to expect those juveniles to pay up… Read More »
When Tragedy Leads To Divorce
Couples split up for myriad reasons: infidelity, growing apart, incompatibility between the sheets—the motivations to go in different directions are endless. In some cases, both partners take responsibility for the divorce, while in others, there’s one clear and undisputed “bad guy.” The hardest divorces, it seems, involve couples who part ways under duress. Unfortunately,… Read More »
Is Legal Separation The Best Option For You?
Is your marriage on the rocks? Perhaps you are unhappy with your relationship, but not quite willing to call it quits? There is an option short of divorce that may fit your circumstances quite well: legal separation. What is a Legal Separation? When couples become legally separated, it is very much like a divorce,… Read More »
Defending Charges Of Perjury
If you’ve been charged with perjury, you probably know you are in pretty hot water. Perjury is a serious felony charge, and if convicted, you will be facing some stiff penalties. That’s why it is so important for you to have experienced, local legal counsel representing you going forward. Perjury Defined Witnesses in a… Read More »
Should You Consider A Post-Nuptial Agreement?
Roughly 50 percent of couples who wed will eventually split up. With those numbers, doesn’t it make sense to consider ways in which you can make that possibility a little less unwieldy? If you can’t stomach the idea of a prenuptial agreement, how about a postnuptial agreement after you tie the knot? Understanding Post-Nuptial… Read More »
What Are Your Rights When You Cohabitate?
These days there’s very little, if any stigma associated with couples choosing to live together prior to or instead of marrying. So a growing number of couples are doing just that, begging the question, what legal rights do these individuals have in the event of a break-up? Particularly when children are involved, it seems… Read More »
More Dastardly Divorce Tricks To Avoid—And Beware Of
Divorce brings out the worst in many people. While it’s certainly a stressful time, it’s never a good idea to allow your emotions to cloud your good judgment. That’s true when it comes to controlling your own behavior, as well as while you watch out for any murky undertakings your spouse may be up… Read More »