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- Uncovering Hidden Assets During Divorce
Jun 28, 2017
A strong, successful marriage is often based on mutual trust, and once that trust starts to dissipate, it can be hard to find it again. If you have lost trust in your spouse and believe that he or she may be trying to conceal assets ahead of an upcoming divorce, performing your due diligence can help ensure you get your fair share when the day comes. Hiding assets is becoming increasingly difficult, given today’s moder...Read More - Supporting The Children Through a Divorce
Jun 23, 2017
As parents across Pennsylvania know, taking care of children is not always easy. Providing attention, love, and support to children can become more difficult when dealing with the anger and frustration that often accompany a divorce. Yet, as the Washington Post explains, successfully parenting through a divorce can keep the child feeling safe and loved, even as his or her world changes dramatically. As long as it is safe to do so, helping a child to maintain ...Read More - Stalking Laws in Pennsylvania
Jun 6, 2017
If you are in potentially abusive relationship in Pennsylvania, you may be looking for ways to keep yourself safe as you look to get divorced from your partner. You may also be concerned about keeping any children you have safe in this process. For some people, fears of stalking may arise even once they have separated from a partner. If you are wondering if the actions of your former partner may be considered stalking, i...Read More - Co-Parenting For The Benefit Of The Kids
May 31, 2017
Parents in Pennsylvania who have gotten divorced and now need to learn how to work with their former spouses to raise their kids face many unique challenges indeed. Co-parenting may be difficult at times but when both parents put the focus clearly on the children, it may be a bit easier. Psychology Today emphasizes that one of the cardinal rules moms and dads should take to heart is to only speak positively of each othe...Read More - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren in Opioid Crisis
May 22, 2017
As more and more families across the nation face the problems of addiction that are part and parcel of the opioid epidemic, more Pennsylvania grandparents are raising their grandchildren. WPXI reports that a hearing was held in Harrisburg to address the issues many grandparents are facing to keep their grandchildren safe while also dealing with their children, the parents, who are addicts. While most of these grandparents willingly step in to help, many do not have th...Read More - 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
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