When you signed your child custody agreement, you thought the bickering was over. Unfortunately, because circumstances change, you may find yourself in the middle of an argument with your former spouse over an existing child support agreement. Rather than taking your dispute to court, you may want to pursue alternative dispute resolution.
Medical bills contribute significantly to bankruptcy
Many people in New York have trouble dealing with medical bills. Pursuing necessary medical treatment may leave Americans with substantial debt that is almost impossible to repay. In fact, over two-thirds of all bankruptcy filings across the country involve medical expenses as part of the overall debt burden. According to a recently released study, around 530,000 people and families file for bankruptcy every year due to the financial impact of a serious illness.
Infidelity, substance abuse and money woes motivate many divorces
Many issues drive New York spouses to get divorced. Poor communication skills, lack of commitment, health problems and domestic violence end many marriages. Extramarital affairs, drinking, drug use or financial stress represent some other common reasons for divorce. In one survey, infidelity and substance abuse emerged as "final straws" that forced people to end their relationships.
