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- Deciding on a prenuptial agreement in Pennsylvania
Jul 4, 2014
Marriage is looked upon as a celebratory event. While it can be an extremely exciting time, it is also a serious life-change. As couples approach this major event in their lives, it may be smart to create a prenuptial agreement. People in Pennsylvania may benefit from making the effort to understand how these agreements can be beneficial in the long run. A prenuptial agreement makes certain provisions in the case of separation, divorce or death...Read More - Some Pennsylvania couples choose to get a prenuptial agreement
Jun 19, 2014
Getting married is one of the happiest times in one’s life. It provides a new beginning and changes the lives of two people, as they become one family. Such a big life-change also requires some action, like signing a marriage license or prenuptial agreement. While one may not desire to create a prenuptial agreement, it is important for couples in Pennsylvania to understand the purpose of such agreements. The obligations the two joining parties would...Read More - Making the best choice of child custody in Pennsylvania
Jun 6, 2014
While one is going through the divorce process, thousands of thoughts whirl about in one’s head. If two spouses who are splitting also have to work together to create a child custody arrangement, the process can become even more overwhelming. Although going through such a huge life change is challenging for everyone involved, it has progressed immensely over the years. For Pennsylvania families, meeting the needs of the children in child custody agreements is the...Read More - Making child custody work for both parents in Pennsylvania
May 22, 2014
Understandably, the divorce process can be incredibly stressful and challenging. When children are a part of the proceedings, the difficulties and tension can be even more overwhelming. The parents often see the impact that the divorce is having on their kids, as well. In Pennsylvania, the children’s best interests are the primary focus when child custody arrangements are being made. There are many aspects that must be considered in deciding which parent is awarded primary...Read More - Sick wives may lead to higher divorce rate in Pennsylvania
May 12, 2014
Relationships are a common and expected aspect of the lives of people around the world. Immediate family, extended family, boyfriends, girlfriends, pets and numerous others play a part in the everyday life of any given individual. Marriage is one such relationship that is looked upon with extra value; it is given a special place. For couples in Pennsylvania, the joyous event of marriage unfortunately also comes with the risk of divorce. Over the last few...Read More - Football player files for divorce
Apr 25, 2014
A professional football player who helped lead his team to victory in this year’s Super Bowl championship game has recently filed for divorce from his wife. The couple has known each other since high school and attended college together, but married just two years ago after graduation. Shortly after their 2012 nuptials the then-college football player was signed to the Seahawks as a quarterback. As a new recruit his original four-year contract amount was rather...Read More - Does using Twitter lead to divorce?
Apr 10, 2014
A new study claims that frequent use of Twitter can increase one’s likelihood of emotional or physical infidelity and could lead to divorce. The study asked questions about Twitter use and infidelity to 514 participants. The same author published a study on this issue as it relates to Facebook use last year and reported similar findings. Some who have carefully evaluated the studies have questioned the findings, particularly since the study did not survey the...Read More - Study challenges accepted notions on divorce rates
Mar 28, 2014
A new study has challenged some of the prevailing wisdom on divorce rates and trends in the United States. Researchers using new more thorough data collection from the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey say that divorce rates may not be declining as we previously thought, but rather staying consistent or even rising. Interestingly, the new more accurate data also reveals that younger Americans are less likely to get divorced than ever before, despite...Read More - Home remodels lead to property division disputes during divorce
Mar 14, 2014
For a lot of couples, the choice to renovate or build a home might at first be exciting and fun. However, those who have been through the process of a major remodel know that it can quickly become stressful and expensive. It should come as no surprise then, that projects that start out as the construction of a dream house can sometimes reveal that a marriage is ending. Sometimes the stress of the construction project...Read More - Should courts favor joint custody agreements?
Feb 27, 2014
Joint custody agreements are becoming more and more common in the United States, as parents and fathers in particular are taking a more assertive stance towards remaining involved in with their children even after a divorce. Fathers rights groups have been campaigning for shared custody laws on the state level, asking family courts to create a rebuttable presumption of shared custody. This would mean that equal, shared custody is the default plan and that parents...Read More