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Parenting a picky eater is tough under otherwise ideal circumstances, but when parents are separated and sharing custody, it can become downright stressful. Differences in household routines, food choices and parenting styles often lead to frustration for both...
When a high-asset divorce concludes, the real work of managing one’s new financial reality begins. If you and your spouse have gone your separate ways, know that once the dust settles, it is important to approach post-divorce money management with a clear strategy to...
Many people believe that domestic violence charges can be dropped if the accuser changes their mind. This belief is common among those arrested for the first time, especially when the situation feels personal. However, domestic violence cases in Pennsylvania become...
Alimony or spousal support helps even the financial playing field during and after divorce. It's common for one spouse to put their career on hold or make it less of a priority for the benefit of the family. They might move down to part-time work to take care of aging...
Divorcing with minor children can leave parents unsure of their rights. They may worry about how the end of the marriage might affect their bond with their children. Stories about poor custody outcomes are common, and many people may struggle to separate fact from...
Divorce requires financial separation. Spouses have to go over their resources and financial obligations. They can then negotiate a settlement with one another or litigate if they cannot agree on what is fair. Retirement accounts can sometimes rival home equity in...
It’s often difficult to convince a judge that a parent shouldn’t be allowed to spend time alone with their child when a couple is separating or divorcing. The law generally treats the parent-child bond as one that should be protected regardless of what has happened in...
There are many different ways for people to respond to pending criminal allegations. Some people acknowledge that they have made mistakes and enter guilty pleas. Others may hire lawyers to defend against the charges that they face. Sometimes, the best strategy is to...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are relatively common in Pennsylvania. Drivers may wind up arrested after encountering a sobriety checkpoint, involvement in a collision or one-on-one traffic stops. If police officers see signs of poor driving capabilities,...
Child support is an important financial arrangement that helps ensure children receive the care and support they need after their parents separate or divorce. However, as life circumstances change, so too can the need for modifications to existing child support...