America's divorce rate hovers at about 50 percent. Some years see a bit of an uptick, and others decline slightly, but things generally average out to about half of all first-time marriages ending in divorce. The rates for subsequent marriages are generally higher, at...
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Reasons why you have been denied custody
There are so many advice columns and articles giving suggestions to single parents about how they can gain full or partial custody of their child after a separation. However, this might be of little help to you if you have been denied custody of your child and you do...
What are the rules of a search warrant?
Search warrants are used to give law enforcement official more freedom to enforce the law. Because of the implications of a search and seizure, and the fact that it invades a person's privacy, law enforcement officials must get permission from a judge before they can...
Don’t let the tax bill for your alimony catch you by surprise
If you are headed for divorce, you may expect to receive spousal support, or alimony, as part of your divorce settlement. In cases where one spouse is the main breadwinner and the other takes care of the household, spousal support is often part of the divorce decree....
How to make a decision on a divorce
All marriages have their ups and downs, and no relationship is perfect. Therefore, it can be very confusing when going through a tough time with your spouse as to whether it is a storm you must ride through together, or whether it is a problem that constitutes grounds...
The financial consequences of drunk driving
We all know that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is never a good idea. Not only is it illegal, but it has the potential to endanger the lives of yourself, your passengers, other people on the road and pedestrians. Driving under the influence generally...
What custody rights do you have toward your teen?
In a situation where you share custody of your teenage child with your ex partner, you have certain visitation rights, parental rights and the right to know certain information about your child when he or she is under the age of 18. But when a child grows old enough...
Is your holiday custody schedule a winner or loser?
As we cruise into the holiday season, it's a good time to review your holiday custody schedule to make sure that there will be no unpleasant surprises. The holidays are an inherently stressful time for most of us anyway, and for families divided by divorce, it can...
Will Pennsylvania Police Departments install dash cams?
Police cars in Erie, Pennsylvania are starting to operate with camera technology while in the field. According to a recent report, the local police department is adding dash cams to one cruiser weekly. The move is a trial run to test the usefulness of the technology....
The basics of child custody in Pennsylvania
Going through a divorce or separation can be a stressful time, and one of your biggest concerns will likely be related to creating a stable and safe environment for your children. Divorce can be a very big change in a child's life, so making sure that you have all of...