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No one wants to contemplate their death. For many, the prospect of estate planning is ghoulish and foreboding. While emotionally understandable, the importance of documenting everything from who gets a particular possession to how your funeral is handled makes life...
Divorce is an emotional time. It is also a period fraught with practical considerations. The choices you make during the divorce can affect your financial stability for years to come. Rushing into a settlement without properly considering your circumstances, or...
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,...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
Dogs are often called man's best friend and are thought of as members of the family. However, if a dog bites - for whatever reason - it is important to have the wound treated by a medical professional. When to see a doctor after a bite Some dogs bite while playing,...
It has been one year since Pennsylvania's Clean Slate law went into effect. The law exists to give people with minor criminal records a second chance. Having a relatively minor crime on your record, such as DUI or misdemeanor drug possession, can have a significant...
