Making an estate plan is among the most forward-thinking actions anyone can do while alive. However, estate planning is a challenging procedure, and people frequently get it wrong. As a result, you might have received inaccurate information about how estate plans...
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3 reasons to make an estate plan
Estate planning is not a very comfortable topic for a lot of people, and you may not have given it much thought until now – but every adult over 18 years of age really should have one. There are many benefits to making an estate plan. Here are the top three: 1. You...
3 common causes of child custody disputes
Most parents who go through a divorce are always worried about losing parental rights. Fortunately, this may not be easier as believed. The court makes decisions in a child's best interest. And it may want the child to maintain a healthy relationship with both parents...
3 situations that can lead to Pennsylvania assault charges
Charges involving interpersonal violence can lead to incarceration, fines and a criminal record that will affect someone's life for many years to come. Assault is one of the most common violence-related charges that is prosecuted in Pennsylvania. Simple assault can...
Should you request a child support modification or wait?
Child support is crucial after a divorce that involves children. The Bureau of Child Support Enforcement helps parents collect monthly child support payments in Pennsylvania to ensure kids' needs are met. However, in some instances, a parent may need to increase or...
Should you talk to the other driver after an accident?
When someone hits you, different emotions may fill you, from anger to worry. However, while this is normal, it will help to stay calm and make the right moves, including talking to the other driver, if you can. Here is what you should say to them. Ensure they are safe...
Should you keep the house in a divorce? 3 questions to ask
The house you shared during your marriage is likely one of the prized assets at stake in your divorce. At least, that’s how many people see it. The truth is that it is just one of a number of assets whose total value need splitting. Before you stake everything on...
How is Chapter 13 bankruptcy different than Chapter 7?
When many people think about bankruptcy, they automatically think about Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This is a type of bankruptcy used for people who are likely never going to have the financial resources to pay off the debt that they owe. They will use it to liquidate their...
Car accident data reveals deaths from distractions
Distracted driving represents a clear and present danger to those traveling the streets, highways, and interstates in Pennsylvania and throughout the nation. Even following a time when dangerous motor vehicle option was the rule, not the exception during a pandemic,...
What penalty are you facing for drug possession in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is tough on individuals who are found to be in possession of drugs. What this means is that you may be facing a significant penalty if you are found guilty of this offense. What penalty you face will have lots of determining factors, such as the amount of...