There are two categories of financial abuse: abuse during marriage that is consistent with general controlling behavior, and financial deception that is intended to make an ex-spouse suffer in the case of a divorce. It can be difficult to prove financial abuse, but it is especially important to do so, especially if the spouse intends…
We’ve seen many Bucks County divorces in which deception is a partial cause of the breakdown of the marriage. This tendency to be dishonest often increases when it comes time to negotiate financial settlements and spousal or child support. Sometimes a spouse will try to hide assets or income before settlement in order to limit…