Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
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Joseph Lento is an attorney who specializes in family law in Pennsylvania. His blog provides insights and updates on a variety of family law topics, including divorce, child custody, and adoption.
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
1d ago
On March 25, 2024, The Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved an amendment numbered House Bill 1446 to the Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation Law (UC) that would make it easier for victims of domestic violence to collect unemployment benefits in cases where they were forced to quit t ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
1w ago
In Pennsylvania, many couples choose to remain married but live separate lives. In practice, this type of arrangement works well for many people. Legally, however, separation can be a bit tricky in Pennsylvania. At the LLF Law Firm, our Family Law Team can help you with all the legal aspects pe ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
3w ago
Break-ups are never easy. But if one person becomes violent in the wake of a break-up, it can be downright terrifying for the other person. A judge in Pennsylvania who refused to accept that her boyfriend was breaking up with her allegedly turned to violence. If you are experiencing abuse or vi ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
1M ago
In Pennsylvania, domestic violence cases are all too common. Victims of domestic abuse can seek protection by applying for a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order against their attackers. This type of legal protection helps keep potential domestic violence victims safe—without one, the risk of violen ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
1M ago
Domestic violence is, unfortunately, a common issue in Pennsylvania. The law aims to protect victims of domestic abuse, but if you aren't aware of how to seek out that protection, it's not much help to you. If you are in a domestic or intimate relationship with another person and you feel threate ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
1M ago
A Pittsburgh TV news report highlights “a dangerous flaw” regarding the lack of confidentiality in residential addresses for some Protection from Abuse Orders (“PFA”). The PFA program was designed to protect domestic abuse victims and stalking victims. Its flaw appears when it comes to abuse vict ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
1M ago
Kayden's Law arises out of the 2018 horrific murder of seven-year-old Kayden Mancuso by her biological father, Jeffrey Mancuso. The father wrote a vengeful message on Kayden's body directed to her mother and stepfather and then killed himself. The parties had been involved in a contentious, multi ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
2M ago
Last year, York County, Pennsylvania, reached a grim milestone of having an all-time high of murder-suicides. According to coroner Pam Gay, six murder-suicides claimed 14 lives in the county. This spate of shootings and stabbings has left behind shell-shocked communities and dozens of people in m ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
2M ago
When people hear about domestic violence, they often think it only concerns adults who are married or in serious relationships. However, teenagers who are dating can be victims of domestic abuse as well. Young adults who are trying to navigate their first romantic relationships may encounter a pa ..read more
Joseph Lento | Pennsylvania Family Law Blog
2M ago
During the holidays or other times of celebration, it can be tempting to do whatever it takes to provide a nice experience for your children and other family members. But for many women, that includes enduring physical abuse or threats from their partner because they feel taking action to stop it ..read more