If you drink and drive in Texas, you face harsh penalties. However, if you drink and drive and you are under 21, the law is even harsher. Not only are you driving under the influence but also you have consumed alcohol while being under the legal age to do so. The...
Year: 2018
Don’t fall victim to debt relief scams
It is widely known that many of our nation's citizens struggle daily with insurmountable debt. In most cases, these people did nothing wrong. Life circumstances and sometimes even bad luck may contribute to financial difficulties. They may have lost a job or had to...
What types of damages can you recover after a car accident?
If you have been involved in a car accident in Pennsylvania, it is likely that you suffered damages of some sort. There is almost always a certain amount of damage to the vehicle itself, and if you're lucky, that's all. Unfortunately, there are often physical and...
What do I need to know about adoption?
If you’re thinking of adopting a child in Texas, you probably know there is a long road ahead of you. While the process can be complex, having the right information will help you navigate it successfully and with as little stress possible. Parents answers the...
The right to defend yourself against domestic assault charges
It may surprise you to learn that many Pennsylvania residents accused of criminal domestic assault or violence do little to mount a criminal defense. Occasionally, this might happen because the defendant did commit the crime and feels guilty. Other times, no unlawful...
Clearing credit card debt doesn’t need to be stressful
Many people dread receiving their credit card bills each month for fear of the interest and various fees that they will have to pay. Accumulating debts on credit cards has become a common problem in the state of Pennsylvania, and it is not a good habit to have, since...
A new baby highlights the importance of estate planning
Young couples tend to put estate planning conversations on the back burner. It is uncomfortable to contemplate our mortality. Additionally, because younger couples have fewer assets, they may believe that they do not even need an estate plan. Now that you have a new...
Texas on the road to legalizing pot?
In case you are one of many Americans who have been sidetracked by the many and ongoing political spectacles at the federal level, there have been some interesting political moments right here in Texas over the past few months. Moments that may lead to the...
Pennsylvania joins other states using collaborative law
Anyone who has been through a divorce can testify that it's one of life's most difficult challenges. Spouses can end up in bitter disputes even when their feelings remain cordial if not romantic. Parents can get so wrapped up in trying to start a new life that it's...
Nothing is more important to consider than your kids when divorcing
As family law attorneys that have served Erie residents for many years, we know how important family is to Pennsylvania parents. Children are everything and nothing is more important than protecting their physical, mental and emotional well-being. When divorce enters...