When parties file for divorce, they normally intend to simply follow procedure to split assets and legally end their relationship. Sometimes, things aren’t that straight forward, and in a recent case, the parties actually had to prove they were ever even married in the first place. The couple had been together since 1991 and entered […]
With divorce as common as it is, many of our friends and co-workers offer up plenty of advice and horror stories about how to handle this decision. Sharing anecdotes and their opinions, our friends can often be a source of anxiety when discussing divorce. If you are considering or currently handling one, getting through divorce […]
Americans were shocked and dismayed by the Penn State child abuse scandal, with varying forms of abuse occurring over many years. The investigation and subsequent arrest of Jerry Sandusky has shed light on child abuse laws in Pennsylvania and some deficiencies to the programs and protections available. Last December, a bill was signed into law […]
Managing a household as a couple can be hard enough – as a single parent, managing a job and family solo can be burdensome. When a parent is able to get a support award, collecting can be tricky. Whether it locating the other parent, establishing paternity, or getting payments timely, there are numerous headaches that […]
When couples or individuals start thinking about divorce, many questions will inevitably be discussed and Googled; from filing fees to how long it will take to get divorced, there are many confusing aspects. A fundamental issue that plays a major role throughout the divorce process is defining date of separation and understanding what it means.
For complex/high income divorce cases, there are often multiple sources of income to consider. Whether or not these sources are to be considered as income for support can mean a dramatic difference, especially where gifts and loans are involved. In a recent Pennsylvania support case, Suzanne D. v. Stephen W., 65 A3d 965 (2013), the […]
In cases where a divorce is initiated by marital misconduct, the concept of alimony can be even more daunting than usual. It is not unusual for the conduct of the cheating spouse to come up in most of the conversations that take place during the divorce process; it can be painful and frustrating. In Pennsylvania, […]
Relocation with children after divorce and custody considerations Once a couple has made the decision to separate or divorce, it can be a difficult discussion to sort out moving on or moving away. When children are involved, moving on to a new lifestyle or different opportunities can be a complex but rewarding new adventure. Regardless […]
When couples are considering divorce, many often wonder if their marriage can be annulled. What seems like a simple alternative to going through the divorce process is in fact a slightly more convoluted area of domestic relations. To qualify for marriage annulment in Pennsylvania, there must be either a void or voidable marriage which requires […]
Lessons and considerations for PA couples Shedding light on the increasingly common lifestyle of cohabitation is a developing New Jersey case surrounding entitlement to lottery winnings where an unmarried couple split prior to the winnings. The controversial, local case raises more questions about legal rights of unmarried couples in Pennsylvania who are cohabitating as though […]
