The process of divorce helps separate the finances and daily lives of the spouses involved. People who have previously shared their incomes, financial obligations and homes may find it quite difficult to arrange to separate their assets and financial obligations. For...
Estate planning is often as much about personal protection as it is about the creation of a legacy. People can draft documents that take effect while they are alive, not just documents that manage probate matters after their death. Powers of attorney are among the...
Parents often brag that their newly-enrolled college students have bright futures ahead of them. After all, completing a post-secondary education may set someone up for a better career with more competitive wages. Parents may even happily help cover the costs of a...
January brings with it a curious phenomenon in the United States—a notable surge in divorce filings. While the reasons are multifaceted, studies have attributed this trend to various factors that make the first month of the year a popular time for married couples to...
While popular media depictions of families typically show people with close relationships, the unfortunate reality for many Pennsylvanians is estrangement from one or more family members. Families in which a parent or child has limited their contact with others can...
When Pennsylvania couples get divorced, there are many issues to work through. One crucial issue is creating a co-parenting arrangement. Although courts often decide what happens with custody or visitation, any involved coparents can work together to minimize the...
Prosecutors in Pennsylvania and around the country usually rely on breath test results to prove that a motorist accused of driving while under the influence was behind the wheel with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher. The machines used to conduct breath...
No divorce is easy, but when separating from a narcissist in Pennsylvania, there are additional actions and considerations to keep in mind. Knowing how narcissism works and what to expect can help you feel more prepared for the process and ensure that you are making...
If you have been arrested and charged with a DUI, you are likely worried about the potential consequences. A DUI conviction can have a devastating impact on your life, including jail time, loss of driving privileges and expensive fines. In some cases, however, breath...
No matter how it goes, telling your child or children that you plan to divorce is upsetting for everyone. It's helpful to plan out the conversation in advance, ideally by working together with your partner in Pennsylvania. Plan the talk out carefully, but don't wait...