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There is no formula set in stone when it comes to determining child custody. Instead, the court reviews each case based on its unique circumstances and decides what is best for that family. A judge will consider a wide variety of things to determine child custody, but...
Divorce can be frustrating and devastating. It can also be an opportunity to make positive changes in your life. Life after divorce gives you a chance to reinvent yourself as you start again. Consider therapy Whether you are dealing with feelings of anger, sadness or...
The decision to get a divorce is rarely easy. No matter how much your relationship has deteriorated, you most likely loved your spouse once. Getting divorced will be a massive change in your life. Perhaps a positive one, but a big change nevertheless. Besides the...
Being a father is perhaps the most important role you will ever have. Fathers play an important part in a child's life, beyond finances. The love and emotional support that fathers provide can build the foundation for a happy and healthy life, for the child but also...
College is often the first taste of freedom that teenagers get. With this freedom, however, comes the opportunity to make mistakes. Some of these mistakes may be more consequential than others. One mistake that can cost dearly is being caught with illegal drugs. The...
The courts in Pennsylvania recognize that fathers play a crucial role in raising children. The law of child custody has evolved so that there is no longer a preference for awarding custody to the mother over the father. A judge may award a father shared custody or...
The college years are a time for exploration and risk-taking, but many students take their newfound freedom too far, leading to arrests for underage drinking or driving under the influence. A few standard legal penalties for a DUI conviction include loss of driver’s...
Child custody orders should ensure children receive quality care and bonding time with divorced or separated parents. Most parents negotiate agreements during divorce proceedings. However, as time goes on and family circumstances change, it may be necessary to request...
Divorce is often an overwhelming and stressful process for the whole family. With thoughtful and careful planning, you can take steps to prepare yourself for the road ahead. Gather relevant documents You need to have an accurate picture of your current financial...
In Pennsylvania, courts will hold the best interest of the child above all else when making custody decisions. There are a number of considerations a judge can look at to determine what is in the best interest of a child. The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania...