In this episode, we cover everything from celebrity breakups to practical divorce advice and the latest in online dating! We kick things off with updates on Chance the Rapper’s divorce, Cardi B’s split, and an intriguing Peoria divorce case that sparks a discussion on fault in Illinois divorce law.

We also dive into the financial side of separation, including how the IRS handles divorce, dividing assets, and answering listener questions like requesting attorney’s fees from a spouse and whether a husband can remove a wife from his life insurance.

Then, we switch gears to explore dating apps worth downloading, Tinder Wrapped 2024, and the big dating trends to watch for in 2025.

Tune in for a mix of legal insights, financial tips, and a glimpse into the future of finding love!

0:00 Introduction

0:50 Episode Overview

1:47 Chance The Rapper Divorce

4:50 Cardi B Divorce

7:40 Peoria Divorce Case

7:50 Fault In Illinois Divorce

12:50 Assets in DIvorce

14:10 IRS and Divorce

18:50 Listener Question: Requesting Attorney's Fee's Paid By Spouse

24:30 Listener Question Can Husband Remove Me From His Life Insurance?

28:00 Dating Apps Worth Downloading

35:50 Tinder Wrapped 2024

37:40 Dating Trends of 2025

43:30 Closing

Episode Links:

Chance The Rapper's Wife: https://bit.ly/3QJmaGN

Cardi B Divorce: https://bit.ly/4k34u6g

Jude Blames Peoria Councilman: https://bit.ly/4imqkQH

Dating Apps Worth Downloading: https://bit.ly/4hGcW9P

US Year In Swipe 2024: https://bit.ly/3ESYn4a

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

In this episode, we break down the latest in celebrity divorces, including JLo and Ben Affleck’s rumored split and Ashley Darby’s divorce. We then dive into key legal and financial aspects of separation, covering prenups, postnups, alimony, and spousal support.

Shifting to legal history, we discuss New York’s repeal of a 1907 adultery law, the concept of alienation of affection, and the evolution of parenting laws. Plus, we explore the role of a Guardian Ad Litem, how buyout calculations work in divorce, and legal presumptions in different states.

Tune in for celebrity divorce coverage, legal insights, and the ever-changing landscape of family law!

Timestamps:

01:39 JLo and Ben Affleck Divorce

04:15 Ashley Darby's Divorce

07:07 Financial Concerns in Divorce

08:23 Legal Standards for Prenup and Postnup

10:30 Alimony and Spousal Support

16:05 New York Repeals 1907 Adultery Law

17:55 Alienation of Affection

21:54 Historical Perspective on Family Law

24:30 Evolution of Parenting Laws

29:05 Presumption in Various States

32:11 Guardian Ad Litem

36:08 Calculating Buyout Worth and Considerations

41:10 STG Divorce Law Contact Information

Links:

J-Lo & Ben Affleck Hire Mediator-TMZ: https://bit.ly/4hxM9wo

Ashley Darby Finally Files-PAGESIX: https://bit.ly/3EDHY3C

Spousal Cheating is No Longer a New York Crime: https://bit.ly/41aHTgB

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

In this episode, Raiford Palmer and Rahul Iyer explore the latest high-profile breakups, including Rory McIlroy, Sacha Baron Cohen, and Chance the Rapper’s divorces. We then shift to the legal side of separations, discussing attorney-assisted mediation in Chicago, the differences between collaborative vs. assisted mediation, and the role of mediation and arbitration in resolving disputes.

Finally, we'll dive into the evolution of dating apps and what the future holds for online romance, including Hinge’s latest feature and how tech is reshaping modern relationships.

Tune in for legal insights, celebrity breakups, and a glimpse into the future of dating!

Timestamps:

00:47 Rory McIlroy's Divorce

02:45 Sasha Baron Cohen's Divorce

05:39 Chance the Rapper's Divorce

06:56 Attorney Assisted Mediation in Chicago

10:15 Collaborative vs. Assisted Mediation

17:29 Mediation and Arbitration

20:16 Dating Apps and the Future of Dating.

22:50 Hinge’s New Feature

Links:

Rory McIlroy Dialed In After Divorce-TMZ: https://bit.ly/42VNf0z

Isla Fisher Breaks Silence-INSTYLE: https://bit.ly/3CTuMaj

Chance The Rapper Divorce-USATODAY: https://bit.ly/4b3Z3Qj

"Big Brother" Star Dismisses DV Protection-TMZ: https://bit.ly/4jXtQSY

AI Dating-NBCNEWS: https://bit.ly/41cPTxH

Hinge Tests Turn Limits-MASHABLE: https://bit.ly/4gLHXb3

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.