Divorce & Your Media Collection

Marriage often means holding much of your property in common. Everything you have purchased since your marriage, unless you’ve agreed to keep certain things separate, is likely owned by both of you. For couples that are both lovers of music, movies, and other media, getting a divorce can mean going through your collection to determine who gets what. If both of you have built strong attachments to particular records or movies, that process can lead to conflicts that get out of hand.

Movies and music that you have bought collectively can carry great sentimental value for both of you. If a particular record is associated with a meaningful event or a particular person, having to decide who gets that record can be difficult. By working through details such as that rationally and with the guidance of an experienced professional, you can make sure you are able to divide your property without reopening rifts in your relationship.

Unfortunately, sentimental factors are generally not considered by judges in divorce settlements. Items such as records, CD’s, or movies will usually be divided based on their monetary value. If you are interested in keeping certain forms of entertainment, you will likely need to work with your spouse – perhaps with the help of a mediator – to reach a conclusion that is fair to both of you.

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By working with a lawyer, you and your spouse can work through the details to prevent conflict. To discuss your case with an experienced Oceanside divorce lawyer, contact the Law Office of Fischer & Van Thiel at 760-722-7646 today.