When divorcing couples in Pennsylvania are unable to resolve the issue of property division through negotiation, the family law judges tasked with resolving the matter base their decisions on the equitable distribution principle. This means that they strive to find a...
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What are some common ways to challenge a breath test?
One of the last situations a Pennsylvania resident wants to be in is being pulled over by a police officer on suspicion of DUI. If the officer asks you to submit to a breath test, you can refuse, but in many cases, it’s better to agree to take it. There are common...
Fact or fiction: debunking child custody myths
In these digital days, many folks confidently spread misinformation. But when it comes to child custody and a Pennsylvania divorce, rules apply. To that end, let's debunk three family law myths that regularly bounce around social media. Kids wishes aren’t considered...
Has an officer made a mistake before arresting you for DUI?
Police officers, just like other professionals in Pennsylvania, make mistakes from time to time. When it comes to DUI cases, those mistakes can often mean the difference between a conviction and an acquittal. Stopping you without probable cause The Fourth Amendment to...
Top 3 child custody myths in Pennsylvania
When you are going through a family law proceeding such as a divorce, one of the most important decisions you will make is who will have custody of your children. It is important to know the facts about child custody before making any decisions, and that includes...
Gray divorce continues to increase
Divorce among older people in Pennsylvania is becoming more and more common. In fact, retirement age divorce has increased so much in recent years that it is being called “gray divorce” by researchers. The increase is happening at the same time that divorce among...
The elements of a robbery charge in Pennsylvania
Robbery is a violent crime, which means it is always charged as a felony in Pennsylvania and the penalties are harsh. In order to prove robbery charges beyond a reasonable doubt, prosecutors must prove that the defendant used force or the threat of force to commit...
How do courts divide up military pensions during a divorce?
If you have served in any branch of the Armed Forces for the requisite number of years, you have earned the security of a military pension. That pension is the result of years of hard work, discipline and dedication. If you have an impending divorce, you may be...
Can fathers gain an edge for shared custody?
Fathers and mothers have equal legal rights to custody during the divorce process in Pennsylvania. Until the judge makes a ruling for the custody, both parents have the right to determine where their children reside and any other issues that might crop up. Encouraging...
Are DUI checkpoints legal?
To catch drunk drivers in Pennsylvania, some law enforcement officials will set up a DUI checkpoint and stop every driver who passes through that area. As a result, the police can stop just as many sober drivers as intoxicated ones. Since police don't seem to have...