Manbeck v. Manbeck

While I agree with the majority’s decision that review of the equitable distribution plan is premature at this time, I disagree with the majority’s conclusions that: (1) laches is inappropriate here, and (2) the trial court did not abuse its discretion regarding the denial of alimony to appellant.

The majority rejects appellant’s laches argument by relying on the often repeated principle that mere delay in bringing a divorce action after separation is not ground for denial of relief sought. Regan v. Regan, 227 Pa.Super. 552, 322 A.2d 711 (1974). In applying this principle, the majority notes…