Some Pennsylvania parents may be wondering if they will be able to maintain a relationship with their children after a divorce. In most cases, a parent is allowed to have custody or other rights to a child. Physical custody means that a child spends the majority of...
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Start-up culture can lead to complex divorces
For Pennsylvania couples, the end of a marriage carries with it an array of emotional, practical and financial concerns. If children are involved or a partnership has been long-lasting, it can be exceptionally difficult to disentangle all of the accumulated history of...
How to negotiate a divorce agreement
People in Pennsylvania who are divorcing do not necessarily have to go through litigation. Most divorces can be settled through negotiation. However, there are some ways a soon-to-be ex can prepare to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible. First, spouses...
How the rise of autonomous vehicles could affect divorce cases
Driverless or autonomous vehicles could impact many aspects of society, from commercial development to divorce. As cars requiring little or no human intervention become more prevalent in Pennsylvania and across the country, it's predicted that the demand for parking...
Getting ready for a divorce
Pennsylvania couples who think filing for divorce at the beginning of a new year are not alone. According to statistics, this is one of the periods in which filings increase sharply. Some estimates show that 20 percent of married couples consider getting a divorce...
Parental alienation and divorce
Parents in Pennsylvania who are divorced from a spouse who has been diagnosed with a borderline or narcissistic personality disorder might want to be particularly vigilant for signs of parental alienation. This involves one parent manipulating a child so that they...
An omitted clause in a divorce agreement can be costly
Few parties to a divorce wish to pay excessive alimony to an ex-spouse. However, it is worth noting that alimony is a tax deduction for the paying party. In order to take advantage of the deduction, the divorce documents must be drafted properly. Those required to pay...
Planning to make your parenting plan work for the future
As you prepare for divorce, you know that there are many challenges ahead for you. One of most complex issues in many divorces pertains to child custody, and you may be wondering how you can minimize the negative impact that the end of your marriage will have on your...
Preventing credit issues after divorce
When couples in Pennsylvania divorce, finances are typically a primary area of concern. This is particularly true if a couple has joint debt in the form of loans, mortgages and credit card accounts. Therefore, it is crucial that debt and credit related issues be...
Issues faced by older people who divorce
People of any age in Pennsylvania who get divorced must deal with numerous issues, but those who are older may face special problems. It is important for individuals who are near retirement age or past it to carefully consider the pros and cons of getting divorced...