In general, the same rules apply to adopted children and biological children during divorce. This is typically true if you adopted your spouse's biological children, if you went through the process together while married or even if you have a more complicated...
Taxes are an inescapable part of life. For most people, filing taxes represents a minor inconvenience on a yearly basis. However, conflicts with the Internal Revenue Service may arise. These may be more likely if you have a complicated financial situation, such as...
There are many misconceptions that exist about the awarding of alimony in divorce cases in Pittsburgh. Chief among these is that it is only given to women (often based on the assumption that men are typically the primary income earners in the marital home). While that...
Under the Pennsylvania Collaborative Law Act, you may dissolve your marriage without the traditional divorce court procedure. Enacted in 2018, couples have since found that the law’s provisions for discussing issues on their own with their legal representatives can...
For people who feel strongly about environmental and social concerns, running a business in a way that reflects their values can be a challenge. The traditional corporate model of prioritizing shareholder value may not be consistent with their personal ethics, but...
Splitting from your significant other is undoubtedly going to lead to changes in your life. You may feel most concerned with figuring out where you are going to live and how you are going to support yourself and your family after your divorce. However, there are other...
Classifying your workers correctly is essential because of taxes. If you choose the wrong classification, it can have serious financial repercussions on your Pennsylvania business. You have two general options: employee or independent contractor. The IRS has specific...
So much of the estate planning process in Pittsburgh focuses on the distribution of your individual wealth; little attention is often paid toward potential liabilities that may come with the distribution of your assets (such as taxes). Perhaps this is because you...
Once the holiday season ends, many individuals begin looking ahead to the April 1 tax deadline. January is a great time to review your documents and make adjustments that could help you save. Get ready to file your 2019 tax return with these smart planning strategies....
A life insurance policy may seem like it is already part of your estate plan. After all, when you die, your loved ones will get the benefits from the policy. However, this type of insurance can help in more ways than just as a benefit your loved ones get when you die....
