Gadget mad couples are drawing up pre-nuptial deals to decide who gets the iPod if they split. The special "e-nup" arrangements have been created by lawyers. Plasma TV's, games consoles, MP3s and laptops are all being included... ...
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Keep readingFamily solicitors reported a surge in divorce enquiries before Christmas and have predicted that the number of divorces will rocket in 2020, with January likely to be the busiest month. The rush comes as ... ...
Keep readingPre-nuptial wedding agreements are set to become "binding and enforceable" in England, experts predicted yesterday, after a woman described as a "career divorcee" dropped her claim for a share of her husbands 45 million fortune. Susan Crossley, thought to be worth ... ...
Keep readingQuestion: What rights do I have to my husband's pension if we divorce? I've spent the past 18 years bringing up our children and have only worked part-time for odd periods. Answer: Given that you had a long marriage and gave up work to care to care for your children, if you get divorced the court will compensate you pension-wise. For example ......
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Keep readingSome reports claim that an amicable settlement could be imminent between Madonna and Guy. But the fact that they have hired two Britain's most formidable divorce lawyers would suggest a battle is more likely. In Madonna's corner... ...
Keep readingIn the week that another twist emerges in the Mills versus McCartney divorce saga the world’s first downloadable pre-nup, aka the E-Nup, is made available to cohabiting or married couples who want to protect their digital assts in the event of a break-up. The UK consumer electronics market is now worth 11 billion and the average home has sixteen ...
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