Navigating child custody can be stressful for many parents during their divorce. It is helpful for divorcing parents to be familiar with the family law process and how child custody is determined as they work through their own child custody concerns. Child custody...
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How to seal or expunge your criminal record in Pennsylvania
Let’s face it, everyone in the Lancaster area has made a mistake during their lifetime. Luckily most of those mistakes have not resulted in a criminal record but for those who do have a criminal record they may wonder if they can ever get rid of it. In fact, a hundred...
What should I consider when deciding where to locate my business?
After graduation from high school or college, many young adults have a good idea for a business they and a buddy want to go into together. It could be a landscaping business, a coffee shop or an accounting firm. Really, the possibilities are endless for those who are...
Overview of the criminal expungement process in Pennsylvania
When someone is convicted of a criminal offense, that person has to face a lot of challenges in his or her everyday life. The sad part is that In many of such cases, the offenses are minor and the person convicted has realized the mistake and now wants to move ahead...
The potential penalties and consequences of DUI charges
The ramifications of drunk driving charges can be significant for accused drivers facing DUI charges. Accused drivers may face the threat of significant negative impacts to their personal and professional lives as a result of DUI charges which is why they should...
Are the prosecution’s witnesses lying? Show the jury
It can be nerve-wracking to face criminal charges. After all, the potential penalties that you’re facing might be quite severe. Therefore, you’re probably trying to figure out what you can do to build the strongest criminal defense possible in hopes of beating the...
3 tips to avoid vague language in a business contract
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...
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...
A closer look at incentive trusts
Many individuals who engage in estate planning worry that the assets that they worked hard to accumulate will be squandered away or otherwise taken advantage of by their loved ones. This is an understandable fear. After all, you want what’s best for your loved ones....
What are your options for the family home during divorce?
If you own a home, then you might have a significant amount of equity built into it. You might also be emotionally attached to it. These realities can make it difficult to deal with the family residence in the midst of divorce’s property division process. While you...