September 13, 2018 | Posted by :
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Recent research from Oxford University has shown a significant increase in divorce petitions based on ‘unreasonable behaviour’, overtaking adultery as the most frequently cited grounds for separation.
In 1971, unreasonable behaviour was cited by 17% of women and 2% of men seeking divorce. In 2016 this rose to 51% and 36% respectively.
Conversely, adultery was the most commonly used as grounds for divorce in 1987, peaking at 25% for petitions put forward by women, and 45% by men. This number fell to an average of 11% in 2016.
Grounds of unreasonable behaviour are based on the belief that the ‘respondent has behaved in such a way that the petitioner cannot reasonably be expected ...
April 10, 2017 | Posted by :
J Morris |
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We tuned into an interesting discussion on BBC Radio Four’s Women’s Hour recently, which discussed how an increasing number of divorce applications are citing women’s drinking as the cause of ‘unreasonable behaviour’. One law firm claimed that a third of their cases involving unreasonable behaviour referenced alcohol – a number that has doubled in frequency in the last three years – and while alcoholism is statistically a greater problem for men, there has been a significant rise in mentions of women’s drinking habits in divorce.
GP Dr Sarah Jarvis commented that when it comes to alcohol problems, women are more likely to stick by a partner whose drinking has become an issue, while men are more likely to seek ...
January 13, 2016 | Posted by :
J Morris |
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Divorcing couples often find themselves divorce blame when it comes to negotiating a settlement. From the outset, ‘fault’ is assigned when one party states grounds for divorce – be it adultery, abandonment, or unreasonable behaviour. It’s understandable that separating couples feel the need to lay blame on one another – divorce is a melting pot of emotions, and holding your ex responsible for the hurt you’re feeling is a natural reaction. .And for someone who has had to endure a cheating spouse or emotional abuse, dividing up their assets equally can seem horribly unfair, especially when their ex’s bad conduct is at the root of their divorce However, it is a common misconception that bad behaviour will influence ...
July 01, 2015 | Posted by :
J Morris |
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Unreasonable behaviour is the most commonly cited reason for divorce, and covers a broad range of issues which may contribute to the breakdown of a relationship. As with any petition for divorce, allegations of unreasonable behaviour must be supported to demonstrate how your spouse’s actions have led to your wish to end the marriage. It is then up to your spouse to accept or defend the claim.
There is no such thing as a 'no fault divorce' in England and Wales. We have only one ground for divorce which is that a marriage has irretrievably broken down. This claim must be supported by ...