Spousal Support in Pennsylvania: Understanding the Difference Between Alimony and Alimony Pendente Lite In Pennsylvania, there are three main types of spousal support that a court may order, namely “alimony,” “alimony pendente lite,” and “spousal support.” While all of these forms of spousal support are similar, they differ in their purposes, whether they are entitlements […]
What’s all the excitement about LaMonaca Law’s new “Strategic Planning Program?” Simply put, it doesn’t exist elsewhere in this fashion. Family law cases can be some of the most emotionally charged legal battles. Whether you are going through a divorce, pursuing custody of your children, or fighting for your rights as a grandparent, the stakes […]
Dress for Success: What to Wear to Court for Your Family Law Matter Navigating a family law matter can be an emotional and challenging experience. One aspect of the process that is often overlooked, but equally as important, is ensuring you present yourself in the best possible light when you attend court. Dressing appropriately for […]
An Introduction to Understanding Child Custody in Pennsylvania If you are a resident of Pennsylvania, and facing a child custody dispute, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. This blog post provides information about the basics of child custody in Pennsylvania, from defining some of the legal terminology, to describing how […]
March Madness and Family Law: How to Navigate a Tournament of Emotions As March Madness takes center stage, and passionate fans immerse themselves in the excitement that this NCAA tournament brings, it’s important to remember that, in some cases, intense life situations can resemble a high-stakes competition. One such example is navigating the often tumultuous […]
Understanding Child Support in Pennsylvania As a parent, you want to provide the best for your children. That includes making sure that your children’s financial needs are met. In Pennsylvania, courts establish child support obligations based on various factors that are outlined in the PA child support guidelines. This blog will look more closely at […]
Everything You Need to Know About Child Support in PA The law provides that parents are responsible for the financial support of their children. In order to ensure that parents meet this financial responsibility for their children, Pennsylvania has established child support guidelines. This article will answer some common questions about child support in the […]
Why you need a Lawyer for your Child Support Case (Income) If you think the child support process is simple, you are mistaken! The child support laws are ever changing. Without a lawyer who is experienced in handling child support cases, you may be at risk of getting an unfair child support order. This blog […]
How is Alimony Determined anyway? Divorce is a big life change. At LaMonaca Law, we help you navigate those changes. If you have become accustomed to a certain lifestyle, and depend on your spouse for support, it may feel like a hardship when that separation occurs. However, when the divorce finally occurs, the other spouse […]
Modification of Child Support A parent may petition the court at any time if they believe their circumstances have changed enough to justify a child support modification. The standard for modifying child support is a “material and substantial change in circumstances.” 231 Pa. Code Rule 1910.19. Some common example of a material and substantial change […]
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