Monthly Archives: February 2021
Can a Prenuptial Agreement Protect Your Small Business?
Yes. A valid prenuptial agreement is often an ideal tool for protecting a client’s interest in their small business. Many people are completely unaware that their spouse could gain equity in a business simply by virtue of being married. But that is the reality of Pennsylvania’s marital property laws. Some of the value of… Read More »
What to Do when Your Spouse Lies During Your Divorce
The foundation of the legal system is honesty. Judges need to hear accurate information so that they can render fair rulings. Unfortunately, we have handled many divorces where the other side submits false or highly misleading information to the court. Often, spouses lie to seek an edge in a contested divorce. Maybe they want… Read More »
Can the State Deduct Child Support from My Unemployment Compensation?
The Pennsylvania economy continues to be hammered by the recent economic downturn. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the state’s current unemployment rate is 6.6%. This might understate the problem, since certain people are not counted (such as those who have given up looking for work). Fortunately, Congress has passed two stimulus bills… Read More »
5 Mistakes to Avoid in a High-Asset Divorce
It is no secret that high-asset divorces are more complicated than regular, run-of-the-mill Media divorces. When couples have substantial assets, the process for valuing everything and dividing it is extended. Unfortunately, as experienced Media divorce lawyers, we see many common mistakes that cost high-income individuals big time. Below, we highlight 5 mistakes that we… Read More »