Category Archives: Divorce
Why Divorce Mediation is Not for Everyone
At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, we have written repeatedly about the benefits of reaching an agreement with your spouse on critical issues such as child custody, child support, the division of marital property, and alimony. Generally, couples can speed up their divorce action and retain control of how they exit the marriage. However,… Read More »
Dressing Appropriately for Divorce Court
Research shows that people form an impression of someone else within one tenth of a second. That is basically the blink of an eye. Once formed, initial impressions are hard to change. This research is equally applicable to judges. At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, our Media divorce lawyers strive to obtain the best… Read More »
Do You Want to Stop Paying Alimony?
Alimony has several purposes under Pennsylvania law. Sometimes, a spouse makes periodic payments to an ex to reimburse him or her for contributions made during the marriage. In other situations, alimony is designed to subsidize an ex who is trying to become self-supporting by gaining an education or work experience. Many people, however, are… Read More »
Divorce Tips for Stay-at-Home Parents
Being a stay-at-home parent is demanding, especially if you have young children. Getting divorced as a stay-at-home Mom or Dad is also different than if you were working outside the home. Stay-at-home parents need careful planning to make sure they can support themselves following the divorce, so contact a Media divorce attorney to immediately… Read More »
How a Forensic Accountant Can Help in Your Divorce
At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, we strive to get our clients the best divorce settlement possible. This means fully understanding their current financial position and planning effectively for the future. As part of our representation, we might employ the services of a forensic accountant. Many clients want to understand just what this person… Read More »
A Child’s Cancer Diagnosis Does Not Increase Risk of Divorce
Many people assume that having a sick child increases the risk of parents going through divorce. The theory seems to be that the added stress of the illness eventually breaks down the marital bond, possibly at least for those couples who were struggling in their relationship before their child’s diagnosis. An interesting study out… Read More »
Will More Couples Divorce Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Being cooped up with your spouse has driven some marriages to the breaking point. The current Pennsylvania lockdown has brought to light deep fissures in many couple’s relationships. For marriages already on the rocks, this pandemic could cause more of them to finally cut the cord and initiate divorce proceedings. Interestingly, many cities in… Read More »
What Happens to Your Health Insurance after a Divorce?
Health insurance provides peace of mind, especially during turbulent times such as these. However, the United States still does not have universal, single-payer insurance like Canada and a host of other countries. Our patchwork insurance scheme creates a lot of uncertainty, especially for divorcing couples. At our firm, our Media divorce attorneys field many… Read More »
Announcing a Divorce on Social Media
One of the worst parts of getting divorced is having to tell family and friends. Although well meaning, many friends will want to engage in a detailed discussion of how you are feeling, why the marriage failed, who is getting the house, etc. These discussions can quickly overwhelm your life. Today, many couples are… Read More »
Take These 5 Steps to Protect Your Credit During Divorce
Just as there is an emotional side to every divorce, there is also a financial side. Countless men and women have found themselves in financial trouble after going through divorce court. Of course, living on one person’s income takes a financial toll, but many people also end up with shredded credit along with their… Read More »