Married individuals usually accumulate assets, but those sometimes come with debts. If the couple opts to divorce, they will have to determine what to do with their debts. This is sometimes just as challenging as dividing the assets. One thing that people should...
One of the goals of estate planning for most people is helping their loved ones avoid unnecessary expenses, including taxes, that can eat away at the assets they plan to leave them. Here in Pennsylvania, that means helping them avoid the state inheritance tax....
A driving under the influence (DUI) offense isn't just a minor traffic violation. It is an actual crime that can result in significant penalties. A driver convicted of a DUI offense has to worry about landlords and employers finding out about their brush with the...
You should let your boss know you are getting a divorce, as you may need to make changes in your schedule to deal with divorce proceedings. Additionally, some of your employment details may need to be updated. For example, if you had included your spouse in your...
Losing a loved one is an emotionally challenging experience. And perhaps especially when grief is fresh, dealing with legal and financial matters in the aftermath of a great loss can feel overwhelming. Unfortunately, whether someone recently deceased left a will...
The loss of a loved one is a traumatic time, but it’s one that can become even more stressful for individuals who are having to deal with creditors for the person who died. It may behoove these individuals to learn a bit about what happens to a person’s debts when...
Co-parenting can be challenging, and most divorced parents will disagree with each other at some point. It might be over a major issue or something minor. However, in all cases, the right approach can improve matters for you and your children. Here are a few tips that...
Many people who get divorced report experiencing that they were experiencing financial stress in the marriage. This stress may have been the primary issue in the relationship or the final factor that pushed them to separate. Why exactly do financial troubles so often...
Some people get arrested for alleged driving under the influence (DUI) violations at the scene of a crash. The officer who responds to put together the crash report quickly determines that one of the motorists involved in the wreck was likely under the influence....
Courts often have to divide child custody when couples split up. These may be married couples who are getting a divorce or unmarried couples who are going their separate ways but still need to co-parent. If they can’t agree, the court can make a ruling about how...
