With divorce as common as it is, many of our friends and co-workers offer up plenty of advice and horror stories about how to handle this decision. Sharing anecdotes and their opinions, our friends can often be a source of anxiety when discussing divorce. If you are considering or currently handling one, getting through divorce […]


This entry was posted on Friday, March 28th, 2014 at 2:31 am and is filed under After Divorce, Contested Divorce, Domestic Relations.

Americans were shocked and dismayed by the Penn State child abuse scandal, with varying forms of abuse occurring over many years. The investigation and subsequent arrest of Jerry Sandusky has shed light on child abuse laws in Pennsylvania and some deficiencies to the programs and protections available. Last December, a bill was signed into law […]


This entry was posted on Sunday, March 23rd, 2014 at 5:24 pm and is filed under Domestic Relations.

Spring break is around the corner, even if it hasn’t felt all that springy! For divorced or separated parents with kids, it is time to think about and confirm spring break custody schedule or travel. To ensure an effective custody schedule, parents should take preemptive measures now. Reviewing custody schedules, custody orders, or other parenting […]


This entry was posted on Thursday, March 20th, 2014 at 1:16 am and is filed under Custody.

Managing a household as a couple can be hard enough – as a single parent, managing a job and family solo can be burdensome. When a parent is able to get a support award, collecting can be tricky. Whether it locating the other parent, establishing paternity, or getting payments timely, there are numerous headaches that […]


This entry was posted on Friday, March 14th, 2014 at 12:47 am and is filed under Domestic Relations, Support.

There are varying opinions about when and how to move on to a new relationship prior to the entry of the divorce decree. A couple is often emotionally, physically and even financially divorced by the time they even file their divorce complaint; however, this is not always the case. Post-separation behavior does not normally affect […]


This entry was posted on Friday, March 7th, 2014 at 2:44 am and is filed under Divorce, Support.

When a spouse begins considering divorce and starting over, there is often concern over when and how to move out. During the pendency of the divorce, living together can become impossible. Rehashing old fights and riding the waves of emotion that accompany a split can be too much to bear – especially while work and […]


This entry was posted on Thursday, March 6th, 2014 at 2:23 am and is filed under Contested Divorce, Divorce.

When couples or individuals start thinking about divorce, many questions will inevitably be discussed and Googled; from filing fees to how long it will take to get divorced, there are many confusing aspects. A fundamental issue that plays a major role throughout the divorce process is defining date of separation and understanding what it means.


This entry was posted on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 at 1:03 am and is filed under Contested Divorce, Divorce, Domestic Relations.