When Pennsylvania couples get divorced, one of the most complex tasks that they will need to complete is separating out their finances. Over time, a couple's finances can become very intermingled, which can make untangling them a difficult process. It is important to...
Month: November 2017
What to know about supervised visitation
If a parent in Pennsylvania is granted supervised visitation, the visits must be monitored by another party. Accompaniment may be provided by a family member, social worker or another agreed-upon party, and the visitation will generally take place at a predetermined...
Do you need to increase or decrease your child support payments?
Your life doesn't stay the same, so why should your child support orders stay the same? The truth is that Pennsylvania parents will have ups and downs in their lives -- and sometimes those ups and downs will affect their income.Fortunately, family law courts in our...
Be aware of these same-sex divorce conflicts
Ending a marriage is often a complicated process, especially when the couple has been together for quite a while. Dividing assets and debts and determining who gets custody of minor children may be even more complex when it comes to same-sex couples. There are a few...
Financial tips for divorce
Getting a divorce can have a significant impact on the health of someone's finances. However, there are some steps Pennsylvania residents can take to make sure that their financial situation will be stable after a divorce.Speaking with an attorney that can provide...
Questions about health crises and child custody modifications
Let's say you just had a heart attack and you're worried how you're going to keep paying your child support. Fortunately, you survived the heart attack and your doctor expects you to be okay as long as you make a few life changes. You need to spend two months resting....
Beware of pitfalls when splitting retirement accounts
Some Pennsylvania couples who are getting a divorce might be tempted to try to do it themselves. However, this could be a problem if there is a retirement account that needs to be divided. There could be significant taxes and penalties if it is not done correctly. For...
Wife of model-turned-felon seeking child support
Pennsylvania residents may be interested to learn that a 33-year-old man whose mugshot quickly became viral was sued for child and spousal support. According to man's wife, from whom he is in the process of divorcing, the felon-turned-model only spends about two days...
Study examines coparenting in violent relationships
Pennsylvania parents in relationships that have become violent may face co-parenting challenges after a divorce. How this plays out depends in part on what kind of violence is occurring. One kind is known as situational couple violence and involves the couple getting...
3 tips for running a business together after divorce
If you have a thriving business, one question you might have is how you can continue working with your ex-spouse after a divorce. For some people, it's simply not possible because of conflicts, but for many, it is possible to remain business partners in the best...
