A bill was recently passed by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives that would allow the state to take lottery winnings from those who owe certain debts. According to a recent report, this applies to those parents who are behind on making their child support...
What does earning capacity have to do with property division?
Those in Pennsylvania who are going through the divorce process simply want to leave their marriages with their fair share of assets, which is a reasonable desire. The definition of fair in such cases, though, is different for everybody. For example, if you are the...
Collaboration may offer you a better way to divorce
Divorce is a difficult process for every member of the family. Even when two parties are amicable and willing to work together on a divorce order, it can still be complicated and disputes can still arise. The traditional divorce process may not be appealing to you and...
Pennsylvania child custody basics
State laws regarding child custody matters are always evolving. While changes are generally made for a good cause, it can also make things confusing for those who are trying to understand how the system works. This week's column will give a brief overview of the...
How to collect child support from a parent living out of state
Relocation for employment or other personal needs is a part of life for a lot of people. While that may be so, when a noncustodial parent moves out of state, it can make collecting child support a bit of a challenge. However, enforcement options are available to...
The high asset divorce of Mark and Alison Pincus
Not too many people in Pennsylvania or elsewhere will reach the status of billionaire in this life. Those who do need to take certain steps to protect their assets in the event of divorce. A high asset divorce is not something that will be easily or quickly settled,...