Custody agreements are made based on what is in the best interests of the child. If custodial parents decide to move out of state after a child custody agreement is finalized, this can cause a lot of confusion. Knowing what is in the best interest of the child can be...
Changing child custody agreement for the holidays
With Thanksgiving and other holidays quickly approaching, divorced parents in Pennsylvania need to start thinking about parenting time. There is a good chance that both parents will want to have the kids for every holiday, but this does not always work. Many parents...
Apps and tips to help with co-parenting
Parents looking for new ways to coordinate their schedules and communicate peacefully in Pennsylvania may feel relieved to know that there is an app for that. In fact, there are several. USA Today highlights seven apps that parents can turn to as they try to adjust to...
Opioid epidemic compels grandparents to care for kids
The opioid epidemic has been as bad in Pennsylvania as anywhere else in the United States. According to NBC News, one of the problems not discussed often enough is the fate of the children addicts leave behind. Due largely in part to the growing opioid crisis, 30,000...
How can divorced parents navigate summer vacation?
Summer break is a time for your kids to enjoy some much-needed rest and relaxation. Accordingly, divorced parents with shared custody must make sure that the needs of their children always come first, which can be challenging in the wake of contentious...
Does a child have to visit the non-custodial parent?
In most cases, it's best for the kids of divorced parents to have healthy relationships with both. However, there are times when the custodial parent may be reluctant to send their child along for court-ordered visits, especially when safety is a concern. Very...
Child custody factors in Pennsylvania
If you are going through a divorce in Pennsylvania and you have children, a big consideration is who gets custody of them. If you and your soon-to-be ex cannot decide amicably on a custody agreement, the courts look at what is in the best interest of the children, and...
Tips on handling family conflict over the holiday
While the holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy for families in Greensburg, this is not always the case. If you’ve recently gone through a divorce you may be concerned about the conflict between family members, which can really put a damper on things....
Finding courage to work through a custody dispute
Child custody can be one of the most challenging aspects of a divorce and our law office is all too familiar with the different challenges that arise. Not only can custody disputes be hard for parents, but children can have a very hard time as they struggle to make...
How should I discipline my child after a divorce?
Divorced parents in Greensburg often have a hard time with discipline. You might feel like your child is acting out over the demise of your marriage, which can result in leniency when it comes to rules. You may also have issues with your former spouse when it comes to...
