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...

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...

Your uncle died unexpectedly. Now you must take up your duty to administer his estate, but you feel unprepared. To help you carry out your responsibility successfully, here are five common mistakes to avoid. 1. Not understanding the task at hand There is more to...

Divorce is difficult to go through at any stage of life, but it can be especially emotional and challenging with longer marriages. Although the divorce rate has decreased in general, more and more people split up in their senior years. The name of this trend...

If you face a divorce, your primary considerations will be the wellbeing of your children and helping them adjust to a new path in life. In line with those thoughts and the important matter of child custody, the court bases its determinations on the “best...

Divorce can, at times, seem all-consuming. If you are in the midst of one, you may focus on matters that may include finding a new place to live or hashing out a new child custody arrangement. While working through these and related matters is certainly...

Navigating through a divorce can be difficult for all parties involved. For divorcing parties who are also parents, creating a parenting plan is a critical part of the process. If you are currently going through a divorce or are contemplating it, knowing about...

Perhaps your taciturn spouse has become more secretive than usual and you believe he is capable of hiding assets now that divorce is in the offing. What kind of hiding spots could there be, and how do you go about finding them? Not uncommon Hidden assets are not...

Settling an estate can be a stressful, confusing and daunting task. As you assume the role of executor, you may encounter various problems and have a lot of questions. The most important thing to do is to obtain sound advice so you can avoid mistakes. Making an error...

There is a lot a divorcing couple will need to decide upon when going through the court proceedings. Some of the most important items are child custody and alimony. However, couples may overlook plenty of minute, yet critical, issues. For example, the couple will...