When your family welcomes a new child into your home, you want to offer them the protection they need. You may change your cupboard hardware or add baby gates to keep them from danger. You may cover outlets to protect curious fingers. However, many new families miss...
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Should I fight for the family home in my divorce?
For many families, the residence they share is their biggest asset. This isn’t all that surprising given that a couple can spend decades building up equity. It also carries a lot of sentimental value as well. This is why when a marriage falters and heads toward...
Estate planning for new parents
When you become a new parent, you may feel like there is a lot to do to prepare for your new bundle of joy. One important task that may fly under your radar but is essential for new parents in Pennsylvania is ensuring they have a comprehensive estate plan. The...
Is a public defender right for fighting your criminal charges?
Criminal charges can be scary. After all, they threaten you with the very real possibility of jail or prison time and maybe even irreparable harm to your reputation. With so much on the line, you should really consider how best to defend yourself. While your income...
The age children are most impacted by divorce
They say children as resilient, and that is mostly true. However, when it comes to experiencing the divorce of his or her parents, a child could be greatly impacted. Whether it is a high conflict or amicable parting, a child of divorce could be affected by the process...
Is a home sale final if a higher offer comes in?
Executing a contract may provide assurance to the buyer and seller that the house sale is concluded. But there are times that another and better offer comes to the seller. Parties to these transactions should know about the potential real estate law consequences to...
Multiple warrants follow man to Indiana County
Arrest warrants are court documents authorizing police to arrest and hold the person named in the warrant. With modern methods of communication, these warrants can be accessed by police in many different jurisdictions. A recent arrest in Indiana County shows just how...
Four things you should not do if you are getting divorced
During your divorce, you may find it difficult to stay on your best behavior. If your marriage was particularly contentious or chilly, you may feel inclined to wage an all-out war on your ex. Yet, engaging in certain actions could make proceedings more difficult than...
With divorce comes the task of divvying up shared property
Splitting property is one of the most challenging and confusing parts of a divorce proceeding. Even if you can clearly identify items that you’ve acquired, it doesn’t necessarily mean the item or the item’s value is yours to keep upon divorce. To understand what...
What should be included in a real estate sales contract?
Buying a home in Pennsylvania can be exciting, especially if it is your first home. However, buying a home is a legal process, and one that many potential homeowners may not have much experience. It is important to seek legal advice when entering a real estate...