After a divorce, child custody can become a complicated matter for parents. If you have reason to believe that your co-parent physically harmed your children, you may feel at a loss for what to do next. After all, if you share custody, can you legally keep your former...
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Violating a custody order in Pennsylvania
Whether your ex refuses to respect your rights as a non-custodial parent or you currently face allegations of violating a custody order, it is crucial to understand how the state enforces child custody orders. In Pennsylvania, violating a court order regarding child...
What are signs of parental alienation you may miss?
After a huge change like a divorce, you may miss some signs of parental alienation that come from your spouse. Learning about alienation and how it can harm your children can help you recognize the signs early. It can also allow you to make emotionally healthy choices...
What do you know about regular financial check-ins with your ex?
Perhaps you and your soon-to-be ex-partner put the finishing touches on your divorce and child custody agreements. Before you celebrate, the two of you may want to schedule regular check-ins to discuss child custody finances. Kiplinger explains why divorced spouses...
Stepparent rights in a divorce
Custody decisions are always based on the children's best interests, including maintaining a relationship with both biological parents. But if the divorcing couple includes a step-parent, what about maintaining that relationship? Without the formal adoption of...
How the court makes custody decisions
Although going through a divorce is never easy, it is especially difficult when it involves children. Making decisions regarding child custody can be emotionally draining for both parents, and if they cannot come to an agreement, the courts will decide. Whether the...
How can you plan for co-parenting over the summer?
As summer approaches, you may start to wonder what custody plans will look like for your children, especially once they are out of school. Planning out a summer schedule can be mentally taxing if you and your ex-spouse struggle to get along. Avoid arguments over...
Will a criminal record hurt my child custody case?
Having a criminal record can cause many issues in your life. It can make getting a job more difficult and sometimes prevent you from living in specific areas. A criminal record may also impact your child custody case. According to the Pennsylvania General Assembly,...
What is the impact of custody interference?
After a divorce, dealing with child custody with your ex-spouse may prove to be a tough task. However, interference consists of more than just minor disagreements. It is a pattern of intentional disruptions from one parent in order to prevent a healthy relationship...
What parents need to know about custody modification
As children get older and circumstances change, many families may find that their original custody arrangement no longer works. In this situation, they can request a modification. The custody arrangement that people receive from a Pennsylvania court is usually not a...