By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire A common scenario after a husband and wife separate is neither party wants to move out of the marital residence/home. For a variety reasons (e.g., financial, children, proximity to work, hope for reconciliation, spite, etc.), the parties remain in the same home, as roommates and attempt to maintain as much … Continue reading In Pennsylvania, How Can I Force My Spouse to Move Out of the House?
Category: Family Law
Does New Pre-Birth Paternity Test Begin to Open the Door for Child Support Before Birth of Child?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire The New York Times printed an article today highlighting a new paternity test that can determine the paternity of an unborn child through a relatively noninvasive blood test. The test raises the question of whether the door is opening for financial support for unborn children. The goal of this article … Continue reading Does New Pre-Birth Paternity Test Begin to Open the Door for Child Support Before Birth of Child?
Free Knux! — but not in Pennsylvania. Can you file for custody of a pet?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire A story in the national headlines this week raises the interesting question of whether you can file for custody of a pet in Pennsylvania. According to msnbc.com, Craig Dershowitz of New York, reportedly, spent over $60,000 in legal fees attempting to gain custody of the dog he shared with his … Continue reading Free Knux! — but not in Pennsylvania. Can you file for custody of a pet?
What is Legal Custody?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Many are surprised to learn that in Pennsylvania there are two types of custody: physical and legal. Physical custody is how the time with the child is divided. What then is legal custody? 23 Pa.C.S. § 5322 defines legal custody. "Legal custody" is defined as "the right to make major decisions … Continue reading What is Legal Custody?
Can the Non-Custodial Parent Ever Claim the Children on Federal Taxes After a Separation or Divorce?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire It's tax season again and the April 15th deadline is quickly approaching! As a result, as a family law attorney, a lot of tax related questions are coming in from my clients. A common question is: can the non-custodial parent ever claim the children on federal taxes after a separation … Continue reading Can the Non-Custodial Parent Ever Claim the Children on Federal Taxes After a Separation or Divorce?
Recommended Read – When a Divorce Pays Off (from the Wall Street Journal)
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Ellen E. Schultz of the Wall Street Journal recently posted an article titled "When a Divorce Pays Off." The article discusses the effect of divorce on social security benefits. According to Schultz, many baby boomers are receiving less in social security then they are entitled to receive because the person's … Continue reading Recommended Read – When a Divorce Pays Off (from the Wall Street Journal)
Attorney Hovey Secured Major Victory in International Child Abduction Case
We at Prince Law Offices, P.C. are proud to announce a major victory secured by Attorney Matthew T. Hovey in an International Child Abduction case arising out Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Attorney Hovey represents the father in the matter, a resident of Montgomery County for several years, but still a Peruvian citizen. The father's wife, who … Continue reading Attorney Hovey Secured Major Victory in International Child Abduction Case
Syracuse Child Sex Abuse Allegations: Is It Legal to Record Telephone Conversations in Pennsylvania?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire The Child Sex Abuse Scandal surrounding the associate head coach of Syracuse University's men's basketball, Bernie Fine, presented an unexpected twist this weekend with the release of a taped telephone conversation between one of the alleged victims and Fine's wife, Laurie. The recorded telephone call seems to establish that Laurie … Continue reading Syracuse Child Sex Abuse Allegations: Is It Legal to Record Telephone Conversations in Pennsylvania?
Penn State Scandal: If I Report Child Abuse, Can I Lose My Job? Am I Protected in Any Way?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire The tragedy which has engulfed Penn State and forced the retirement of Joe Paterno has also generated an opportunity to discuss what is legally required of someone who, like Mike McQueary, finds themselves in the unfortunate, uncomfortable, and infuriating situation following the discovery of suspected child abuse. My previous article on … Continue reading Penn State Scandal: If I Report Child Abuse, Can I Lose My Job? Am I Protected in Any Way?
Heart of the Penn State Scandal: 23 Pa.C.S. § 6311 – Persons Required to Report Suspected Child Abuse and § 6313 – Reporting Procedure
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire The current scandal engulfing Penn State raises a lot of difficult questions. These questions include: Who knew what? Who did what? and What were the persons involved required to do - both morally and legally? The answer to the question of what they were legally required to do is found … Continue reading Heart of the Penn State Scandal: 23 Pa.C.S. § 6311 – Persons Required to Report Suspected Child Abuse and § 6313 – Reporting Procedure
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