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Every year there are a slew of new joksters on April 1st. While everyone knows that it is April 1st and it is necessary to be on guard, there are those that still forget that the word gullible is not written on the ceiling. This is the one day of the year when someone is …

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A prenuptial agreement is a legal tool that states the parties’ responsibilities and rights regarding spousal support and division of property at the dissolution of marriage. At the time of divorce, parties who do not have a prenuptial agreement are completely subject to the laws of the state. Think of it similar to having a …

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While home DNA tests are legal in Massachusetts, they are not admissible in court. DNA testing is governed by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 209C. The statute states that for a DNA test to be admissible in Court, it must be completed by a laboratory approved by an accreditation body designated by the federal Secretary of …

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Parents going through a divorce have a lot on their plate. They find themselves with additional responsibilities previously delegated to the other parent. One of these responsibilities is monitoring their child’s online activities and protect your children from internet spam. It is extremely time consuming and SocialShield advertises itself as a program to put all …

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You have probably heard stories of how nasty spouses can be to each other during a divorce. Spouses frequently complain that their ex or soon-to-be ex is purposely trying to undermine them, control them, and make their life miserable. The following story is amongst the nastiest and most appalling acts that husband bans wife from …

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