Does a Guardian Have the Power to File a Divorce Petition? In Some States, Yes
FEBRUARY 28, 2011 VOLUME 18 NUMBER 7 The issue arises with some regularity. A married couple, perhaps in their second marriage. Adult children. One spouse becomes ill — often, but not always, demented. The other spouse, unable to cope, turns the care of the ill spouse over to one of the children. That child figures […]
Wife’s Opinion Regarding Divorce Controls Despite Her Incapacity
NOVEMBER 1, 2010 VOLUME 17 NUMBER 34 It doesn’t happen often, but it does happen. An elderly couple, with one spouse slipping mentally, contemplates divorce. Perhaps the well spouse is simply unable to cope. Perhaps both are compromised mentally and/or medically. Perhaps there are long-term care issues involved. Perhaps the spouse with mental failings has […]