Child support is critical for parents who share custody of their children. While one parent may be reluctant to make their scheduled payments, they are obligated by Pennsylvania law to continue to provide for their children. When they fail to make their payments, whether by…
Whether you share custody or are the full custodial parent, ensuring your children are taken care of is one of your highest responsibilities. The Commonwealth mandates that both parents provide monetary support. However, if you’ve recently gotten a raise or you start making more than…
If you’re a stay-at-home parent facing divorce, you may be worried about financial security, child custody, and how to protect your future. Pennsylvania law recognizes the contributions of stay-at-home parents and provides legal protections to ensure you aren’t left without support or treated unfairly in…
In Pennsylvania, common-law marriage is a unique legal concept that continues to affect some couples even though the state no longer allows new common-law marriages. Understanding the legal steps and implications is crucial if your relationship qualifies as a common-law marriage and you want to…
In Pennsylvania, many couples live together and consider themselves life partners without legally marrying. This type of arrangement is often referred to as “common law marriage.” However, unlike in other states, Pennsylvania does not grant legal recognition to new common-law marriages. If you’re in a…
When you’re navigating a joint custody situation, introducing a new partner into your life can complicate things. It’s natural for your child’s other parent to feel anxious or even protective when they learn about your new relationship, especially when that person is introduced to your…
Divorce is a complex and emotional process, and when student loan debt is involved, it can add another layer of difficulty. Understanding how student loan debt is divided in a divorce can help individuals prepare for the financial implications of ending a marriage. A divorce…
Divorce is never easy, and navigating the complex legal proceedings and emotional turmoil of ending a marriage is intimidating. You need a competent and experienced divorce attorney to ensure your rights and interests are safeguarded, but what should you ask to ensure you hire the…
A protection from abuse (PFA) is a civil order of protection for both men and women that a judge signs to tell an abuser to stop the behavior if he or she wants to avoid legal consequences. When Is a PFA Necessary? You should seek…
During a divorce in Pennsylvania, all physical property is divided between spouses. A list of all owned items is submitted, and both partners stake claims about what they want to keep and what they are willing to let go. But how is any intellectual property…