Lancaster Legal Blog
Is there forgiveness for first-time DUI offenders?
Your slight miscalculation has led to a serious citation — after a night of drinks to celebrate a friend’s job promotion you received a DUI charge. You were under the impression that you waited long enough to sober up and drive yourself, otherwise you would have used...
Non-compete agreements aren’t always enforceable. Will yours be?
By their very nature, non-compete agreements in employment are a restraint on trade. If you require employees to sign these agreements, you should be aware that there are limitations on what can be in the agreement. Courts will scrutinize these agreements for fairness...
The Practice of Law and COVID-19
Many of us are wondering if life will ever be the same again after COVID-19? I know I am. Although I do not pretend to know the answer to this question, I am confident in saying, YES...but it will be different. All of us lost something we miss - job, school, sports,...
Pros and Cons of business partnerships
Business ownership can lead to long hours and hard work, but if you put in the time and effort, the feeling of success, security and freedom and worth it. You have had a business idea for a while but aren't sure where to get started. What if you brought in a business...
If someone dies without a will, who gets their belongings?
It’s a question we all have to consider at one point or another. After I’m gone, what do I want to happen to all of my stuff? Many people use a will to help answer this question.But what happens if someone dies without a will? Will their loved ones still...
What is a Motion to Suppress Evidence?
A motion to suppress is a written request to prevent the government/prosecutor from using certain evidence against you in a criminal trial and would be decided by a judge - it is not decided by a jury. For example, the police search your car or your home illegally and...
You have been charged with a crime? Now what?
Have you or a loved one recently been charged with a criminal offense in Pennsylvania? If so, this article is intended to explain what you may generally expect moving forward.The initial shock of a criminal charge is equal parts humiliating and scary. Will my picture...
Will you lose your license after a DUI?
A drunk driving arrest is a stressful event. You may wonder how your family will react or whether you’ll lose your job. There is certainly a lot to consider as you’re riding in the back of the squad car, but there’s one thing that should be at the...
What is a Post Nuptial Agreement in Divorce?
A Post Nuptial Agreement ("PNA") is an agreement between two spouses that spells out how their property and debts are to be divided in a divorce action. Additionally, this agreement may also include terms for spousal support, alimony and even child custody and is...
How to prepare for a divorce
Whether you intend to file for divorce or whether your spouse files first, the thought of a divorce is often times overwhelming. This article is intended to give you some initial advice on what steps you should take first in the events a divorce. Our firm has been...
