Category Archives: Divorce
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 »
Divorcing when Your Spouse is Impossible to Talk To
According to one survey, poor communication was the leading cause of divorce. Some spouses shut themselves off from their mate, while others go in the opposite direction—communicating too much drama and overt hostility. Neither spouse is easy to live with—or divorce. If your spouse didn’t communicate well during the marriage, then he or she… Read More »
How to Put Your Children First when Divorcing
Many parents realize that their divorce will upend their children’s lives, and they want to make things go as smoothly as possible. However, few parents know instinctively how to go about this, so they look for helpful advice. At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, we understand that a divorce involves more than filing the… Read More »
