If a divorced couple can't reach an agreement, courts in Pennsylvania determine who gets custody of a child based on the "best interests" standard. The judge has the responsibility of determining what will best suit the child's needs. There are a few factors that are taken into consideration when determining the child's best interests.
A new year means another flood of divorce filings
Some Pennsylvania couples start the new year by making positive resolutions such as getting more exercise or breaking bad habits. However, some couples prefer to use this time of the year to end a marriage they believe isn't working and transition back to single life. This is such a common occurrence that the first Monday after New Year's Day is often referred to as "Divorce Day." However, the annual spike in divorces typically continues throughout the first month of the year.
