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...
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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...
Estate planning during challenging times
Planning your estate helps you and your family deal with the unexpected. But the last few months have provided even more health, financial and emotional challenges. It is important to engage in estate planning to decide how to divide up your assets after you die and...
Husband and wife arrested for drug charges and child endangerment
When facing criminal charges in Indiana County and throughout Pennsylvania, it can impact a person’s life in many ways. This is especially true if the charges are non-violent and involve drugs and family issues. People who are in this situation could benefit from...
Four things you should not do after a DUI stop
When a police officer pulls you over for suspicion of driving under the influence, it is not an immediate conviction. Defendants can fight their charges, but to do that, they need to make sure they avoid unnecessary mistakes. Even a first offense can cost a defendant...