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Financial Abuse

By Jennifer Gardella / June 7, 2024

There are two categories of financial abuse: abuse during marriage that is consistent with general controlling behavior, and financial deception that is intended to make an ex-spouse suffer in the case of a divorce. It can be difficult to prove financial abuse, but it is especially important to do so, especially if the spouse intends…

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Inheritance and Your Divorce

By Jennifer Gardella / September 22, 2021

An inheritance may have been left to you alone or to you and your spouse jointly. And now you are going through a Bucks County divorce wondering if it is – or what part is – legally yours. To whom it was left and what was done with it will determine whether or not it…

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Pennsylvania Divorce: What is the legal date of separation?

By Elissa C. Goldberg / August 9, 2019

In separating property during a divorce, the date of separation is an important legal moment. It determines the difference between marital and non-marital property and debt. In Pennsylvania, there is no such thing as “legal” separation – you are either married or you aren’t. Still, determining a date of separation is important as it starts…

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