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Child custody and visitation are the most emotional and contentious parts of any divorce. Each parent hopes their former spouse is a good person with the best interest of their child at heart, someone who wants the best possible...

The idea of using a private investigator or an “expert” as one of the tools in your child custody battle may sound a tad dramatic, but both are fairly common in high net-worth divorces, especially in matters that include...

As reported in an article by Fox News, in May of 2023, Christine Baumgartner filed for divorce from her husband and famous Yellowstone actor, Kevin Costner. The former couple’s divorce has been messy, to say the least, and...

Solid evidence of your positive parenting skills or your ex-partner’s parenting mishaps can significantly impact the outcome of your child custody battle. As with any matter, each legal matter is determined on a case-by-case...

Whether we like it or not, there is truth behind the common saying, “You never get a second chance at a first impression.” If you have an upcoming child custody hearing, you may feel nervous about what to wear to court...

Getting divorced is difficult for everyone, but it can be even more complicated for those in the public eye. Doctors are viewed as pillars of the community. In particularly close-knit communities, almost everyone in town may know...

Domestic violence is a tragically common problem in Pennsylvania, with thousands of families affected daily. An abuse victim has the right to seek a Protection From Abuse (PFA) order for themselves and others in their household to...

There are strict laws surrounding domestic violence in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Victims of violent acts or crimes waged by family members or within a household typically seek a restraining order. These orders force the...

Divorce can be a difficult and emotional experience for all parties involved. Families have to deal with new living arrangements, new residences, new money woes, and if children are involved, child custody arrangements. Those on...

Transgender rights have become a hot-button topic in state legislatures across the country, with at least 22 states passing or targeting some type of anti-trans legislation. In contrast, others have passed laws intended to protect...

Summertime can lay additional pressure on an already stressed-out parent. It can be exhausting to find ways to keep the kids busy without neglecting your responsibilities, mediate disputes between siblings, manage screen time, and...

Father’s Day is an opportunity for children to show appreciation for the fathers in their lives and strengthen the bond between them. Father figures are an essential part of a child’s development. Parents should...

Disentangling from a partner in a divorce or breakup is stressful enough without worrying about the way your income could affect the amount of time a court awards you with your child. Your top priority is helping your child adjust...

The ubiquity of texting in everyone’s lives raises the stakes for Pennsylvania residents involved in domestic violence cases. Whether someone is defending against an accusation of domestic violence or the victim of domestic...

When a married couple decides to divorce, it is common for communication to break down – after all, the relationship wasn’t working for a reason, and heightened emotions from the stress of a split can make interactions...

Lately, it seems like artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. Many people use it with positive goals in mind, but often they fail to see the far-reaching consequences of AI. One such sector is child welfare and family...

Custody arrangements are decided based on the best interest of the child at the time of the initial custody order, but if one parent becomes sick or disabled and is unable to fulfill their duties under the custody agreement, the...

Child custody hearings are the most difficult parts of a divorce case. Parents argue over the details of custody and visitation after they settle all other matters. This is detrimental to the children, and it isn’t good for...

When couples divorce, dividing assets is hard. But when those assets include a medical practice, the division of assets is more difficult and complex. In Pennsylvania, divorcing physicians may need to take action to protect their...

As medical technology has advanced, more and more prospective parents in Pennsylvania—both single parents and married couples— are able to use sperm or egg donors to have children. This allows them to have the children they...