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3/10/16

When a couple in Pennsylvania decides to marry, they typically do so with the thought that they will spend the rest of their lives together. However, the pressures of life, including professions and children, can place a significant strain on a relationship. For some, this strain creates obstacles in the relationship that cannot be overcome and can often lead the couple to a Following some divorces, emotions are understandably high. However, managing those emotions...

3/3/16

The impact of child support on federal taxes

At this time of year, many people are pulling together the necessary documents to file their federal and state taxes. For many this is a relatively straightforward process. However, those who receive or pay Perhaps most importantly for parents who receive such payments is the knowledge that they are not taxable. On the other hand, those who make payments cannot use them as a deduction. Only one parent can claim a child exemption. Typically,...

2/25/16

The role of prenups in marriage and divorce

When two people are in love, they often have a rosy outlook on life. They likely walk down the aisle with the belief that their marriage will last forever. However, people often change over the course of a marriage, making Prenuptial agreements can help people make important decisions about what will happen in the event of a divorce. For many this could mean protecting a business or inheritance. For others, it could provide peace...

2/18/16

Multiple arrests made in Pennsylvania over child support

As most parents know, it is expensive to raise a child. As a result, it is necessary for both parents to meet their moral and legal obligations to their children. Failure to do so could not only have serious legal consequences but could also damage the parent-child relationship. Police in Pennsylvania say that have recently made several arrests as a result of parents who allegedly failed to pay A representative for the police claims...

2/11/16

Family law: Social media clauses in prenups, custody agreements

It seems that social media has taken over how people live their lives and conduct business. Social media sites have wonderful benefits, allowing people to keep in touch with others despite distance and years. However, they have a downside as well; it is almost impossible to limit who sees information posted on social media. Even if a user has tight security settings, his or her connections may not keep pictures and other information private. As...

2/8/16

Getting divorced? Learn why mediation might be the answer.

Like numerous other aspects of the American legal system, divorce is an adversarial process. When faced with the prospect of divorce, many people think of drawn out child custody battles, unending disputes over marital property and assets, and the heavy emotional burden that comes with ending a marriage. Although your pending divorce may seem poised for contention, the truth is that with some guidance from your attorney, you and your spouse can set differences aside...

2/4/16

Man pleads guilty after failing to pay child support

When a two people have a child together, both parents have a responsibility to the child as well as to each other. Meeting the child’s emotional and physical needs is part of fulfilling these responsibilities in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, some parents are unable to meet their legal responsibilities regarding their child and could potentially face serious legal ramifications as a result. One out-of-state man recently faced felony charges for failing to pay According to state...

2/1/16

Why You Should Choose Collaborative Law For Your Divorce

The traditional legal system is designed to be adversarial – there are two sides fighting against each other, trying to “win.” While this system may work for many legal issues, it is often not effective when used for family law disputes such as divorce or child custody. Rather than there being a clear “winner” and “loser” both sides often walk away feeling as if they lost. Collaborative law offers an alternative. Instead of trying to...

1/27/16

Woman claims husband secretly obtained divorce

There are many couples in Pennsylvania and across the country who come to the conclusion that they are no longer compatible. For a variety of reasons, the decision to end the marriage is often in the best interest of everyone involved, including children of the relationship. However, one woman claims she discovered that her husband of 20 years secretly filed for The woman claims that she became suspicious after she discovered a tax bill...

1/25/16

Should a parent getting a divorce consider setting up a trust?

For couples facing a divorce, it’s clear that estate-planning documents with bequests to a soon-to-be former spouse will need to be updated. However, the interplay between family and estate law is much deeper. For couples with children, the existing estate documents may have left all property, including life insurance designations, to the other parent. The assumption may have been that the other parent would provide for the children. After a divorce, however, a parent may...