Pennsylvania’s divorce court judges may not favor one parent over the other based on gender. The state General Assembly’s website notes that while the court considers many factors, your child’s safety and well-being take priority. A judge, for example, may look at...
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Month: February 2022
Should you change your passwords after divorce?
Sharing passwords has become a common practice for married couples in the United States. For some, it is even a sign of trust. However, when marriages end, divorcing couples may have different expectations when it comes to accessing their shared accounts. Sharing...
When and how may I make a change to my divorce decree?
Your divorce decree may include a monthly payment schedule for spousal support or alimony. The Pennsylvania General Assembly website notes that you may request a modification when the circumstances surrounding either you or your ex-spouse have changed. The amount of...
Marital property exclusions
One of the most stressful aspects of the end of a marriage is property division. Pennsylvania is an equitable division state. This means a judge looks at your marital property and decides who receives what in property division. According to the Pennsylvania...
Statistics on fathers and child custody
Whether you are weighing the potential pros and cons of ending your marriage or you are currently working through the divorce process, you need to focus on various legal issues involving kids as a parent. If you are a father, you could have additional concerns. For...