Divorce is more prevalent in some areas of Pennsylvania than in others. According to a recent analysis, Jefferson County has the highest divorce rate in the state, with 155 divorces occurring in the last year even though the county only has a population of...
When kids question holiday custody arrangements
The holiday season is here. It should be a joyful time filled with family, friends, activities and fun. Unfortunately, the many Pennsylvania families who are in transition due to divorce may find it difficult to make it all these things. This is particularly true if...
Protect your disabled child with a special needs trust
As the parent of a disabled or special needs child, you may have concerns about exactly what will happen to your child once you pass on and cannot provide for, or look out for, that child yourself. Financing the lifetime costs of care for a special needs...
Are electronic wills coming to Pennsylvania?
Every year, there is a bigger push to move away from paper documents and use electronic documents. While there is something to be said for keeping certain things on paper, such as wills, for example, people's need for convenience seems to be outweighing all the...
