Father's Day can be one of the most difficult holidays for divorced dads. The first Father's Day after the divorce can be particularly challenging, especially if the dad isn't the custodial parent. He may not feel worthy of celebration. He may not even be able to get...
Year: 2017
Beware of accumulating more debt prior to bankruptcy
You've made the decision to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Perhaps you and your attorney have set the wheels in motion. A question that many people have is what they can continue to spend money on when they have a pending bankruptcy case without jeopardizing it. It...
What you need to do after an accident
The immediate aftermath of a car accident will bring a rush of adrenaline, stress and confusion. After you gather your wits, you will then likely face a flood of questions. Are you seriously hurt? Is your car totaled? Will you have to miss work? How much will all of...
Simple ways to save that can keep you out of serious debt
People don't always get to the situation where they have to file for bankruptcy because of one large, unexpected bill. Sometimes it's a lot of bills that add up to the point where they're simply not able to pay them. One key to preventing serious debt is planning for...
Can an addicted parent retain custody of the kids?
Northwestern Pennsylvania has seen its share of casualties from the opiate epidemic just like the rest of the country. The problem is so bad that last year advocates for child welfare petitioned state leaders to appoint a task force to focus on the unique issues...
Filing bankruptcy might provide you relief from your debts
As we recently discussed, medical bills are one factor that can lead Americans to file for bankruptcy. This is something that many people don't realize. Most bankruptcy cases don't have anything to do with people being irresponsible with their money. Instead,...
Why medical debt leads to financial disaster for many Americans
Anyone who's had a visit to the hospital or an emergency room can testify that the cost can be shocking -- even if they have insurance. When people don't have adequate savings to cover these unexpected medical costs, the financial ramifications can be serious. It...
Estate planning for parents with disabled children
If you are a parent to a child with some type of disability, then it's never too early to start coming up with an estate plan. Having a plan of this sort in place is particularly critical in this case because it ensures some degree of continuity of care for your child...
An Erie man dies after being hit in a hit-and-run
An 84-year-old Erie resident was discovered lying lifeless in the street along the West 38th Street nearest Lancaster Road around 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 16, 2017. He later succumbed to his injuries upon arrival at the University of Pittburgh's Medical Center. In...
Which bankruptcy chapter is right for me?
A common question that people who are struggling with debt ask our lawyers is if a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a better fit. While the economy has improved for some, it is all too clear here in Northwestern Pennsylvania that there are many...