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Divorce and Property

Monday, October 10, 2016

    In Oregon there is (with rare exceptions) no such thing as community property.

    However, property that is acquired during a marriage, unless it is acquired by inheritance, is generally subject to division upon a divorce.

Do It Yourself Divorces

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

    One of the great income generators for lawyers can be, curiously enough, the do-it-yourself divorce.

    If something is done incorrectly in your divorce, you may spend a great deal of money trying to fix the matter.  

Mediation and Divorce

Monday, December 17, 2012

    Many people hope to save on costs by entering into divorce mediation without having their own attorney.

    Whether or not your spouse has an attorney, if you are contemplating a divorce, you should have your own divorce lawyer.

Medicare Settlement - Medicare to Pay for Care in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Even If No Improvement Likely

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

    In a story reported on October 23, 2012, by the New York Times, it was announced that a court settlement has been reached (pending approval of the judge).

    This settlement will result in a very important change to how Medicare policy is implemented in the real world.

Living Together vs. Marriage

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

    It is becoming more and more common for people to live together on a long term basis, without getting married.

    One reason people give for not getting married is that they have been told that it is easier to split apart if they are not married.  This is not usually true.