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How Much is Workers’ Comp Pay in Missouri?
The amount of compensation that injured workers receive in Missouri can vary depending on several factors. These include the type and severity of the injury, the average weekly wage of the employee, and the level of disability.
Do You Need a Reason For Divorce in Missouri?
In Missouri, divorce follows a no-fault approach, meaning that one spouse can initiate divorce proceedings without stating a specific reason. There is no mandatory waiting period, and it is not necessary to prove any form of misconduct by either party during the marriage.
Why Do I Need to Plan My Estate in Advance in Missouri?
Advanced estate planning in Missouri aims to protect and distribute your life’s hard-earned assets according to your preferences. By drafting a proper will, trust, or other estate planning document, you can…
Gray Divorce in Missouri: Ultimate Guide to Divorce Over 50
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your Side“Gray divorce” is an informal term for divorce at an older age, typically past 50. Ending a marriage at this age has its own particular bearing on older adults. These include matters such...
How do I avoid probate in Missouri
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your SideTo avoid probate in Missouri, some straightforward actions to take include: establishing a living trust, designating your financial accounts as "payable on death", designating your...
Ultimate Guide to Trusts in Missouri
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your SideIn estate planning, a trust can be immensely useful if you wish to specify how your estate should be managed without the involvement of the probate court. Here’s what you need to know...
Does moving out affect divorce in Missouri?
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your SideHow Can Moving Out Affect Your Divorce? Before you decide to move out, know that there are consequences involved, from child custody to property division. While you may feel an urgent need...
Does 50-50 Custody Reduce Child Support in Missouri?
When child custody is shared 50-50 in Missouri, it may affect the resulting child support amount but it does not automatically cancel child support obligations. The Family Court considers many other factors besides parenting time all aimed at the child’s best interests
What is the divorce rate in Missouri?
Missouri’s divorce rate as of 2021 is roughly 3.7 per 1,000 people, based on National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) data, which shows the divorce rate in the state from 1990 to 2021. This ratio marginally exceeds the national average of 2.9 per 1,000 inhabitants.
How are assets divided in a divorce in Missouri?
Experienced Trial LawyersMore Than 100 Years Of Combined Experience On Your SideIn a Missouri divorce, all marital assets are subject to equitable division. The court will try to distribute marital assets equitably and fairly. This does not mean, however, that the...
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