Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Owning Multiple Homes When A Marriage Ends
It is common for people to want to retain their marital home when navigating a divorce, but there are also situations in which a couple owns multiple properties and there are disputes over each one. This is true if the properties are for personal use, such as a primary residence and vacation homes, or… Read More »
Parenting Plans And Medical Care For Children
Medical care can be expensive, and if you are divorcing, ongoing care for a child with medical needs has to be part of your parenting plan in order for there to be clarity on who is carrying the necessary health insurance and how copayments and deductibles will be handled. Talk to a Bucks County… Read More »
Complexity Of Your Injury Case Could Impact The Cost
People pursue personal injury claims for a range of reasons. For you personally, it may be important to hold an at-fault party accountable. Or maybe you feel a claim would point out how dangerous a situation is to others, saving them the harm and loss you experienced. There are also times when accessing a… Read More »
Can I Modify A Pennsylvania Divorce Agreement?
You may have heard of friends or family members making modifications after a divorce was finalized. For example, a friend of yours may have shared that they were able to have the amount of their child support payments increased because their ex-spouse is now earning a much higher income than they were when the… Read More »
High Inflation And Divorce
From discussing the grocery bill around the dinner table to talking about the economy on nights out with friends, inflation is on people’s minds. An uptick in prices impacts different families in different ways, and this is also true for couples moving toward ending their marriage. If you are wondering how the current economy… Read More »
Household Budgets And Divorce
Maintaining a household budget is common advice. A balanced budget allows you to plan for long-term expenses and keep track of your progress along the way. Plus, when people are in the beginning of their careers or after a person experiences loss of work, it can help to ensure you aren’t spending money you… Read More »
The Basics Of Pennsylvania Personal Injury Law
State laws are an important part of understanding personal injury claims and lawsuits. When you file a personal injury claim, what state you are in will have an effect on the timelines you need to follow and how fault and negligence is assessed. If you are pursuing financial recovery from a reckless party, connect… Read More »
What Is The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act?
If you are the custodial parent of a child in Pennsylvania and your ex-spouse lives in another state, you may have heard of the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA). Specifically, you may have heard of it if your ex is not making the court-mandated payments they should be making. Essentially, UIFSA is a… Read More »
Fault And Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Pedestrians are injured in pedestrian-car collisions for a variety of reasons, from road crossings that are unsafe to distracted driving behaviors. Those at the highest risk of pedestrian injuries are those who are elderly or young and individuals with disabilities. While pedestrians are allowed the right of way in many situations, there is also… Read More »
Blind Spots And Sideswipe Collisions
There are a range of ways that vehicles can collide. When the side of one car hits the side of another, say when a vehicle is attempting to pass the other or when merging, it is referred to as a sideswipe collision. Often, a driver not checking their blind spots is to blame. After… Read More »