The National Center for PTSD reported that 7 out of 100 veterans will experience post-traumatic stress disorder. The unique experiences and demands of military life can contribute to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder. Dealing with PTSD can be an...
Year: 2023
Military pensions in divorce
U.S. News and World Report noted that the average military pension is about $30,000 to $35,000 for each enlistment year. Officers get around double that amount. This is no small amount, and in a divorce situation, a spouse may wish to get a part of this pension. This...
Pennsylvania’s legal treatment of father involvement post-divorce
Did you know that mothers head nearly 80% of single-parent households? In fact, at least 20% of these households do not have father involvement at all. Fortunately, more states now pursue custody arrangements that involve both parents during the family separation...
Equitable distribution of retirement assets in divorce
When you get a divorce, you should know how the courts will divide your assets. Community property states require that all marital assets get divided equally between you and your spouse. However, equitable distribution states require an equitable, not equal,...
Finding common ground in your custody case
One of the most contentious parts of any divorce is the custody agreement. In many cases, parents struggle with conflict over the custody agreement and parenting plan. When you can work together and find common ground in your custody case, it is in everyone’s best...
3 FAQs about divorce in Pennsylvania
After trying to reconcile, the time may come when divorce becomes the best solution for you and your spouse. Many other people face the same situation. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, 31,691 marriages ended in divorce or annulment in 2021. Not that...