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- How Can I Tell My Kids About A Divorce?
May 9, 2017
Have you and your spouse been discussing getting divorced in Pennsylvania? Maybe you have even made the final decision to end your marriage. Either way, if you have children together, you will need to figure out how and when to tell them about this major chang in their lives. Ideally, the two of you can do this together and will reinforce a consistent message to your kids. Psychology Today provides some guidance for parents who need t...Read More - Report Shows 102 Domestic Violence Deaths In 2016
May 4, 2017
For Pennsylvania residents who live in abusive homes or who are in relationships where they fear they may be hurt or even killed by someone they love deserve to know how they can get help. Domestic violence is a complex problem and one that even those who track statistics seem to agree can be hard to always identify. The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence develops and releases a report every year that details many differen...Read More - Stressed About Property Division? Here Are Your Options
May 3, 2017
As the divorce process gets closer, you likely have concerns about property division and how you can protect your assets. After all, nobody wants to see their hard-earned assets go away. Carefully identifying, characterizing and valuing your marital property is key to ensuring you remain financially stable throughout the process. In a Pennsylvania divorce, you can take two main approaches to dividing property: coming to a mutual agreement with your spouse or litigation. Below is a...Read More - Shorter Separation Period For No-Fault Divorces
May 1, 2017
Couples facing divorce know the stress and anger that can put a strain on families, and a new Pennsylvania law has reduced the amount of time it takes for some couples to divorce. The law, according to ABC 27 News, will cut the waiting period in half for couples in a no-fault divorce where one spouse does not agree with the divorce. This means a separation will now be required for one year before the spouse favorin...Read More - Using a QDRO
Apr 20, 2017
When divorcing, among the many types of assets that Pennsylvania residents may be splitting are retirement accounts. However, when dividing up retirement assets, some special care may be required in order to avoid paying high taxes or early withdrawal fees. Depending on the type of account being split, a qualified domestic relations order may be needed. As explained by the United States Department of Labor, retirement accounts that are employer sponsored like 401K accounts may need t...Read More - Woman Sues For Court To Enforce Separation Agreement
Apr 14, 2017
Divorcing couples in Media are typically encouraged to reach an amicable agreement regarding the dissolution of their marriages. If they are able to do so, they may be able to avoid having their proceedings heard in court, thus shortening the time needed to resolve their issues and formally end their marriages. However, any accords made in a separation agreement achieved through collaboration become legally binding once that agreement is signed. Any attempts by either side to no...Read More - Collecting Child Support Arrears
Apr 6, 2017
When a Pennsylvania couple with children decides to divorce, it is important to make sure a child is supported, emotionally and financially, by both of his or her parents. As the Lebanon Daily News reports, if one parent has primary custody of the child, the other is expected to provide financial compensation to help cover the costs of raising the child. In Pennsylvania there are guidelines to help determine the amount of financial support needed, but onc...Read More - Who Will Get The Dog Or Cat In Your Divorce?
Mar 30, 2017
Courts across the country have plenty of laws and guidelines related to child custody and visitation. Things get trickier, however, when it comes to deciding who should get the beloved family pets. Traditionally, pets have been considered property – like couches or toasters – and their best interests were not considered in a divorce. Today, certain states are beginning to change their views. After all, pets are inherently different from other types of property. Yo...Read More - What is a Protection From Abuse Order?
Mar 30, 2017
If you are currently suffering domestic abuse at the hands of your spouse in Media, the only thought more terrifying than the violence that you endure may be what could happen to you, your child and/or your family members or friends if you choose to seek a divorce. Fortunately, you are afforded legal protection from your abusive spouse if you seek a Protection From Abuse Order. According to the Delaware County website, a PFA is a restrainin...Read More - Guarding Your Finances Before and After Divorce
Mar 28, 2017
Going through a divorce can be very stressful, and while you may have a lot on your plate during and after this time, there are a few things you need to prioritize in order to safeguard your financial future. Here are a few tips from Forbes about protecting your finances before and after a divorce: 1. Monitor Your Credit Report You should pull your credit report before and after a divorce so you can monitor the account...Read More
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