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Three Important Facts About Health Insurance And Divorce
You know your health is important, but it may not be your top priority while you are going through a divorce. However, divorce will touch every area of your life, including the health insurance you are currently covered by. Many people do not understand how their health insurance will be impacted by the divorce…. Read More »
Does Pennsylvania Law Allow Legal Separations?
Married couples experience good times and bad during the years they are together. It is not always easy to determine when arguments and disagreements are just a temporary storm that will pass, or if they are indicative of a bigger issue. This is just one reason couples sometimes want to legally separate in Pennsylvania…. Read More »
Protecting Your Assets During A High Net Worth Divorce
Divorce is an emotional process for many reasons. It is never easy to end a marriage, and many people worry that they will lose the assets most valuable to them during the process. Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state, which means that all marital property is divided fairly during divorce, and that does not… Read More »
Six Quick Tips For Child Custody Hearings
Of all the many terms that must be resolved during divorce, child custody is one of the most common, and most contentious. Child custody issues are extremely emotional, and they are painful for everyone involved. If you are about to enter into child custody proceedings, you are likely worried that you ultimately will not… Read More »
Common Questions About Divorce Disputes
Not all divorce cases in Media are contested. Couples can obtain an uncontested divorce by agreeing on all the terms of the case, including property division, alimony, child custody, and more. Uncontested divorces are quicker and easier to obtain, but they are not always possible. If you are getting a contested divorce that involves… Read More »
Five Important Steps When Adopting A Stepchild
Adopting a stepchild is a blessing, and this type of adoption is one of the most common in Pennsylvania, and throughout the country. Although extending your family is a joyous time, there are many laws that govern stepchild adoption, and they can potentially make the process complex. Below, our Media adoption lawyer explains these… Read More »
Understanding The Waiting Period For Divorce In Pennsylvania
Making the decision to end your marriage is never easy. Once you have made it, you likely want the process to be over as soon as possible. Under Pennsylvania law, your divorce may not proceed as quickly as you would like it to. Unlike many other states, Pennsylvania places a waiting period on divorce… Read More »
Five Common Myths About Divorce In Pennsylvania
Divorce sounds like a fairly straightforward concept, but the laws that govern the process can become quite complex. Divorce is also a common occurrence today. People about to go through the process likely already know one or two people who have also gone through it, and may receive advice that is well-intentioned, but not… Read More »
How Is Alimony Calculated In Delaware County?
Any divorce can cause an immense amount of heartbreak and stress. When ending a marriage, there are a number of issues the couple must resolve before their case is finalized. One of the most contentious terms in any divorce case is alimony, also sometimes known as spousal support. Alimony is often misunderstood and while… Read More »
Getting Divorced? Here Are Some Steps To Take Beforehand
Maybe you have done everything you could to stop a divorce but now, the marriage is ending. You may not even want to think about it. Or, perhaps you have spent years in an unhappy marriage and so, part of you feels a sense of relief that it will be over soon. Regardless of… Read More »
