Many Pennsylvania dads may fear becoming separated or alienated from their children or losing custody and access after a divorce. Increasingly, however, courts and family professionals are emphasizing the importance of shared parenting and joint custody to protect the...
Taxes important issue during divorces
A Pennsylvania couple who is ending their marriage often goes through a long period of making arrangements to split their financial lives. Before the divorce is finalized, they should consider tax issues and document everything thoroughly. In the case of alimony, the...
Options for determining child support
Pennsylvania parents who are getting a divorce may be concerned that child support will be imposed upon them by a judge, but there are a number of ways that parents can come to an agreement. This is often done with the assistance of their separately-retained...
Nesting as a physical custody option
Many Pennsylvania parents going through divorce are looking for new and innovative solutions for child custody. In many cases, arrangements in which both parents share relatively equal time with their children are preferred by judges as well as child development...
Is your spouse hiding money from you?
Americans find it difficult to talk about money, more than even death, politics or religion. According to one study, more than seven million Americans hide a bank account or credit card from their partners. About 20 percent of people have spent over $500 in secret....
How to help kids handle a divorce
Both children and adults may have a hard time adjusting to life during and after a divorce. However, there are ways in which Pennsylvania residents and others may be able to help themselves and their children cope. Parents are encouraged to be honest about what is...
