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Whether it’s physical, emotional, or financial, domestic abuse (also known as Intimate Partner Violence) is a difficult experience to undergo. Unfortunately, getting out of such a relationship isn’t easy either — and it’s...

If you anticipate a custody case in the future, it is important to begin preparing now. If you have documents and other evidence to support your version of events, the court is more likely to believe you. That belief can translate...

When a marriage ends, one of the most common financial questions is whether one spouse will need to support the other. You may be wondering if you have to pay your soon-to-be former spouse, or if they will be paying you, and how...

When allegations of abuse enter an already complicated family situation, things can get confusing fast. After a Protection from Abuse Order (PFA) is issued, emotions are running high. Parents aren’t allowed to communicate,...

The Pennsylvania House recently passed the Family Care Act (House Bill 200), proposed legislation that would establish a statewide paid family leave program for the Commonwealth’s residents. What the bill would do for...

A Long Island judge made national news recently, when 100% of a divorcing couple’s assets were granted to the aggrieved wife after ruling that her husband, gave her an STD. This made STD transmission a form of domestic violence...

Physical child custody determines where a child lives and how parenting time is divided. In Pennsylvania, there are five distinct types that parents and courts may consider. Understanding each arrangement is an important first...

School crossing guards play a vital role in safeguarding our children on and near school campuses. A recent attack on a crossing guard in Darby Borough has spurred one state senator to promise that he will move forward with...

Child sex abuse is something that law enforcement authorities all across the US take very seriously. Because of this, alleged abusers regularly attempt to flee a state where they are facing sex abuse allegations, hoping that by...

The fallout from child abuse extends beyond the victims, who bear the burden of recovering from trauma. Allegations can ripple through communities, undermine trust, and forever change the organizations and people indirectly...

If you have a Pennsylvania child support order, the 2026 guideline increase may be a financial change you can’t afford to ignore. The update is the first major revision in four years and reflects rising living costs associated...

Every parent is concerned with the welfare of their children. When couples separate or divorce, courts regularly permit some sort of shared custody arrangement where the children will spend periods of unsupervised time with each...

Reproductive rights are at the forefront of national and local politics. In early 2026, Pennsylvania lawmakers took a big step toward constitutionally protecting reproductive rights. Reproductive rights, and lack thereof, have...

Megan’s Law registries are often discussed in headlines and courtrooms, but for many families, they become real and personal very quickly. These registries exist to promote public safety by tracking individuals convicted of...

The countdown has begun. Spring break is just weeks away, and no doubt, your child is more than ready for some time off. Chances are, you’re ready as well, because spring break offers a chance to change things up and spend some...

The ex-boyfriend of a mother of three children shot and killed her, then took his own life during what authorities say was supposed to be a custody exchange in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. The murder-suicide happened in front of the...

We have all had the experience of a loud alert spontaneously going off on our mobile phone, alerting us to a missing person in our area. Gold and Silver alerts help families locate and protect missing loved ones. Often, the adults...

An interesting case has developed where modern technology meets traditional family law rules. A mother of 13 children allegedly used donor embryos and a surrogate to have twins, which she claims are her 14th and 15th children....

When parents aren’t together, they commonly share physical custody of their minor children. This can include a day-to-day schedule as well as switching off holidays and dividing up school breaks. Families have different custody...

Winter weather can look lovely, but it creates serious safety risks, especially for older adults. Snow, ice, freezing temperatures, and reduced daylight can significantly impact an elder’s physical health and mental well-being....