Whether you are in the early stages of business formation or are developing relationships to further grow your organization, writing strong contracts is crucial. It is common for the owner to favor his or her business in the terms of the contract, but it is important...
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Month: December 2018
Drugged driving: What to know
Driving under the influence of alcohol – also known as DUI – is exceedingly dangerous. Equally dangerous is a less-known activity that can still lead to serious injuries and criminal charges: driving under the influence of controlled substances. Pennsylvania has very...
Two ways to control your estate long after you’re gone
On its face, estate planning may seem relatively simple. However, the estate plan that you need to truly suit your needs may be more complicated then you think. This shouldn’t deter you from creating an estate plan, of course. After all, as we’ve discussed previously...
Sixteen factors courts consider when making custody rulings
When a child’s parents break up or divorce, it can be an emotional time for all involved. Parents may be concerned about how much time they will spend with their child following the split, and the child may experience a significant amount of distress. For these...
What should I consider revisiting in my estate plan?
It is a good idea to routinely review an estate plan to ensure it is up-to-date. Life changes which means that parts of an estate plan may need to be updated as well. It is helpful for estate planners to know what components of their estate plan they should consider...
Here are some ways to defend against DUI charges
If you’re facing drunk driving charges for the first time, then you’re probably worried about how such allegations may affect your future. It’s true that drunk driving charges can cause a lot of upheaval in your life, especially if they end up leading to conviction....
What options do unmarried fathers have?
When it comes to a divorced couple in Pennsylvania, each parent's roles and rights are usually clear, and thus, either party can provide documentation in the event of a dispute. However, it can be difficult for a father to understand his rights and duties when he...
What happens after a first DUI offense?
A DUI conviction can drastically change your manner of living. In Pennsylvania, the most extreme multiple offenses can result in fines as much as $10,000, up to five years in prison, and loss of license for up to 18 months. More than 20,000 DUI arrests occur every...
5 essential items to include in your estate plan
While most people understand many benefits result from creating a will to distribute their property after they die, only about four out of every 10 Americans have created an estate plan. Wills and trusts are key parts, but a comprehensive estate plan contains many...
Implied consent and DUI charges
When you’re issued a driver’s license, it’s expected that you will obey the rules of the road. This includes heeding traffic signals and never driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Because the expectation is that you will follow the law when you’re...