It doesn't take long for young adults to accumulate a fair amount of debt. This debt is not just student loans, which are becoming increasingly more burdensome. It often includes credit card and other personal debt. A recent study by CreditCards.com found that over 60...
The cost of a car accident may be more than you think
If you or a loved one suffered from bodily injuries after a car accident in the state of Pennsylvania, you almost certainly have had to pay medical bills in some regard. Depending on the extent of the injuries, these medical bills can mount up to extortionate costs,...
How can I help my family adjust to adoption?
Adopting an older child in Texas is a very serious decision to make, and once the adoption is approved challenges still remain. For instance, some families have difficulty integrating a new child into their home, which can be a sensitive process for all involved. In...
Collaborative law is now part of Pennsylvania divorce law
It is easy to feel like life is ending when it is time to seek a divorce. In some ways, life is ending; two people are looking to start plotting their own, separate paths. But the process does not have to make a mess of a caring relationship. Even spouses who no...
Is a mediated divorce right for you?
Many couples who choose to end their marriage want to do so as amicably as possible -- particularly if they are going to continue to be in each other's lives as co-parents or perhaps as business partners. They want to settle property division, support and child...
Answers to common questions about medical bankruptcy
Suffering from a sudden illness or injury can be debilitating from a financial perspective because it can mean that you will not be able to work for a certain amount of time, and you will lose wages as a result. In addition to this, medical services can be extremely...
Can a felony conviction prevent you from adopting in Texas?
If you hope to adopt a child in Texas, you must meet several eligibility requirements. One such requirement is the passage of a criminal background check. According to ChildWellfare.gov, a prospective adoptive or foster parent and all others who plan to reside in the...
New Pennsylvania law seals records for some convicts
Many social observers say that criminal penalties for minor crimes have been too high for too long. The sentences for many petty offenses, especially ones connected to violence or drug use, can include years in prison. In addition, convictions or even charges alone...
New Pennsylvania law increases DUI penalties
Pennsylvania drivers who have had multiple DUIs and/or caused a DUI-related death are now facing harsher criminal penalties thanks to a new law that went into effect just before Christmas. Third DUI offenses that involve a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .16 or...
