When parents go through a divorce, they have additional concerns to worry about on top of the usual issues like spousal support and division of assets or debts. They also have to worry about the well-being and welfare of their child. One way to help a child get...
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How to determine paternity in Pennsylvania
The question of child custody becomes more complicated when the parents never married. Unmarried parents have the same rights as married parents in Pennsylvania. However, there is no presumption of paternity in the case of unmarried couples. If you want to establish...
Can you turn before a sobriety checkpoint?
Officers will sometimes set up sobriety, or DUI, checkpoints at various points on the highway. The intent of this checkpoint is to allow officers to catch potential intoxicated drivers and get them off of the road. However, some drivers may want to avoid these...
How can a parent obtain a restraining order on behalf of their children?
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...
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...
How can you prevent stress for children during divorce?
In the time leading up to a divorce, you and your ex-spouse may learn to control the anger or stress you feel. However, what you may not notice are your children's emotional reactions to this change in their lives. Taking steps to eliminate stress for your children...
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...
Should I refuse a breath or blood test?
When you get pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence, you need to understand your legal rights. In Pennsylvania, the legal limit for blood alcohol content is .08, with increasing penalties for higher BAC results. You might wonder if you can refuse a...
Identifying how an ignition interlock device can benefit you
Finding out that you need an ignition interlock device to legally operate your vehicle may cause you frustration. At first, you may view it as an inconvenience, an expense and an invasion of your privacy. However, having one installed in your vehicle is actually an...
Going over different child support payment methods
If you have to pay child support, you have a number of different options. A lot of parents have support withheld by their employer, but income withholding is not always possible. For example, some parents do not have jobs that allow support to become withheld from...