In November 2008, Connecticut legalized same sex marriage so naturally we allow same sex divorces. But just how are same sex divorces handled? And how are they different from other actions and legal separations? Generally, the procedure and the law is he same whether it is a same sex divorce or the “traditional” variety. The…
I recently posted a blog on the differences between a same sex divorce in Connecticut and a “traditional divorce.” These differences result because same sex marriage is not recognized at the federal level. This includes federal tax treatment. Connecticut, which has legalized same sex marriage, allows same sex couples to file joint state returns. However,…
Same sex marriages in Connecticut were legalized in October 2008. But that doesn’t mean that spouses in a same sex marriage derive all the benefits of a heterosexual marriage. Some examples of inequality include: 1. Tax returns. Since Connecticut acknowledges same sex marriages a same sex couple may file a joint state income tax…
Connecticut is one of five states that legally recognizes same-sex marriage. But the federal government does not recognize these unions which in turn creates potential tax issues and mortgage complications. Here is useful information concerning these issues courtesy of MortageLoan.com http://www.mortgageloan.com/lgbt/
http://parenting.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/07/28/an-end-to-gay-adoption Connecticut allows for same sex couples to adopt children. However, this was not always the case. Prior to 2000 Connecticut prohibited same sex couples from adopting. In 2000, Puiblic Act 00-228 “An Act Concerning the Best Interest of Child in Adoption Matters” was passed. This Act authorized a single parent of a child to…