The longer a marriage lasted or the more contentious the divorce was, the more likely it is that a spouse would steer clear of rushing to remarry again. That doesn't mean that a relationship won't become serious enough that a couple decides to move in with each other....
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Red flags that say a divorce is coming
It takes two people to get married, but it only takes one to ask for a divorce and end that marriage. You cannot deny your spouse’s desire for a divorce, no matter what you want personally. As such, it’s best not to fight the process, but to take the time to prepare....
How will divorce affect my future?
When Pennsylvania couples are going through divorce, it can be hard to keep a clear head about the future while tumultuous and often painful feelings keep coming to the surface. With almost half of marriages ending in divorce, many people are confronted with similar...
The three types of alimony in Pennsylvania
When a Gettysburg area couple decide to get a divorce it is often an emotional and difficult time. Not only does a person mourn the loss of their marriage, they also have to deal with many complicated issues. Alimony may be a part of a divorce settlement depending on...
How can I get a divorce due to irretrievable breakdown?
In Pennsylvania, if a marriage is no longer working out, divorce may be the only viable alternative. In some cases, there are reasons for the couple to split such as adultery, abuse, abandonment or one spouse being incarcerated. Other cases, however, involve the...
Hard times have led to increased divorce rates
This year has been hard on just about everyone, and this year will leave a lasting mark on the world. Indeed, this has been a historic year. Unfortunately, this has also resulted in increased divorce rates. A higher divorce rate Family law industry experts rang the...
Options for dividing a family home during divorce
Deciding what to do with a family home during the property division process may fill divorcing couples with anxiety. Once a couple has made the difficult decision to divorce, familiarity with the different options to address a home during property division can help...
Special considerations for a gray divorce
Recently, a trend has emerged among older American couples. There has been an uptick in older couples getting a divorce which is referred to as a “gray divorce”. Divorce among older adults can have its unique challenges due to the age of the couple and the number of...
What are some hidden assets in a divorce?
When divorce occurs, you may count property and asset division as one of your main concerns, but what can you do when you believe your ex-spouse is hiding money and property? CNBC recently reported one case where a billionaire set up trusts to hide property, income...
Understanding the 3 approaches to alimony
Also known as spousal support, alimony is money that one spouse agrees to pays to another upon their divorce in the interest of financial fairness to both parties. You may think that alimony sounds similar to child support, but there are significant differences...