Community Magazine July 2016

SIVAN - TAMUZ 5776 JULY 2016 49 YOU JUDGE! BE THE TURN OF EVENTS Danny and Brenda were happily married for years. Danny operateda successful wholesale corporation throughout theearly years of their marriage, from which the two enjoyed financial freedom and security. Unfortunately, tougher times arrived. The business suffered multiple setbacks and Danny equally divided the title of his private home to include Brenda as an owner. His intention was to somewhat protect the property from potential creditors seeking to collect payment in case of default. Two years later, Danny resorted to borrowing funds in order to sustain his company and signed personal liability notes to the lenders. In time, his financial situation further deteriorated, and not only were Danny’s lenders seeking to collect their loans, but his once happymarriage was on the verge of divorce. He and his wife were no longer able to live peacefully together and mutually decided to terminate their marriage. In Bet Din, the primary dispute was focused on their private home, which was listed in both Danny and Brenda’s names. Danny asserted that the property should first be sold to satisfy the outstanding debts that they had accumulated and only then should the balance be split. After all, the debts accumulated could largely be attributed to the high lifestyle they tried to maintain while married. Danny believed that his business capital was depleted due to their extravagant spending, which indirectly caused the company’s downfall. Furthermore, Danny claimed, that the property was originally only in his name, which clearly indicated that he was the real owner. Brenda argued that she was not a partner in Danny’s business, and thus not responsible for his debts. She said that she was unwilling to forfeit her share of the property on account of Danny’s inability to earn a living. HOW SHOULD THE BET DIN RULE AND WHY? YOU BE THE JUDGE and send your response to YouJudge@CommunityM.com Verdicts – and the accompanying rationale – will be reviewed by the Rosh Bet Din. The first three correct submissions received before the deadline will win a $50 gift certificate to a Community Magazine advertiser! Correct entries will receive honorable mention in the next issue when the Rosh Bet Din’s verdict is printed. AHI EZER YESHIVA Building The Future For Our Kids One Student At a time… 7 1 8 - 6 4 8 - 6 1 0 0 2433 Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn NY 11235 Check us out on our website: www.ahiezeryeshiva.org INSTRUCTIONAL FREE HEADSTART EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM for Qualified Parents. Few slots left for Ages 2-3 years. CERTIFIED, EXPERIENCED LOVING AND CARING TEACHERS NEW DYNAMIC TODDLERS 1-2 YEARS PROGRAM. COME SEE OUR NEWLY RENOVATED BUILDING FEATURING COLORFUL, STIMULATING CLASSROOMS IN A CLEAN SAFE & NURTURING ENVIRONMENT. Accepting HRA/ACD Vouchers The New Ahi Ezer Early Childhood Presents: For 2016-2017 UPK Program Featuring brand new curriculum and activities BEAUTIFUL, LARGE OUTDOOR PLAY YARD.