Monthly Archives: December 2024
If I’m the Victim of Domestic Violence, What Evidence Do I Need to Get a PFA?
If you are the victim of domestic violence, the State of Pennsylvania allows you to petition the court for a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order. However, you must provide proof to the court that domestic violence is occurring. You can establish that you are the victim of physical or sexual violence or the recipient… Read More »
When Will the Courts Modify a Custody Arrangement in Philadelphia?
Child custody can be a difficult and contentious issue. This is especially true when something comes up and the arrangement needs to be modified. The courts will not modify an existing child custody agreement without substantial evidence presented by the petitioner that the order no longer suits the needs of the family. In this… Read More »
Grounds for Divorce in Pennsylvania
The State of Pennsylvania allows for both fault-based and no-fault grounds for divorce. In other words, the law allows you to blame the other spouse for the breakdown of the marriage, or not. Whether or not you pursue fault-based grounds will depend heavily on your individual circumstances and the potential benefits of doing so…. Read More »