Family legacies and heirlooms are important for many people. Yet studies show that many Americans do not have adequate estate plans in place to ensure the distribution of their possessions and property, in accordance with their wishes, when they pass away. In fact,...
Year: 2021
Pennsylvania drivers could face marijuana DUI charges
The culture of the United States is always changing. Part of that culture includes establishing laws, which thereafter can be amended, replaced, or even revoked. Given the change in laws, the legality of some activities can be affected. One example is the use of...
Summertime parenting plans: What to consider
When parents separate, a Court Order establishes the custody schedule between the mother and father. In some cases, the schedule works well for months and years thereafter. In other situations, a party’s circumstances change, and the schedule needs to be modified....
Top three estate planning actions everyone should consider
No one is eager to talk about their own mortality. Discussions with close family members or friends about end-of-life decisions can be difficult. However, individuals in Pennsylvania who take steps to protect their assets and outline particular wishes while they are...
Personal injury cases do not always go to trial
Many of us are familiar with courtroom TV dramas or movies. An attorney tries a case in court in front of a judge or jury with a dramatic, theatrical judgment or verdict at the end. In the real world, this isn’t the norm; not every case goes to trial. In fact, many...
Marital misconduct: a factor in Pennsylvania alimony awards
The terms alimony, spousal support and maintenance are all common phrases many people may associate with financial support provided to one spouse during or after a divorce. However, in the state of Pennsylvania, each are different and awarded at different times. Such...