One of the main concerns people have during their divorce is whether they will be financially secure when the divorce is finalized. They worry about how they will pay their rent or mortgage, their medical bills, childcare expenses and car payments. They also think...
Month: September 2017
Facing DUI charges? You are not alone
It is no secret that law enforcement agencies take drunk driving offenses very seriously in Pennsylvania and across the U.S. Every year, thousands of people are arrested and charged with DUI. Last year was no exception, according to numbers recently released by the...
Too many drivers fail the back-to-school driving test
Students across Pennsylvania are back in school, adjusting to new teachers, new friends and new schedules. However, they are not the only people who are settling back in to the demands of the school year. Drivers across the state also need to acclimate themselves to...
3 reasons to have representation when facing federal drug charges
If you have recently been accused of a crime, you are in a very difficult position. This is especially true if you are facing federal charges. You need to take your situation seriously and act fast to protect yourself and your rights. Of course, you are innocent until...
When might your prenuptial agreement be invalid?
You fell in love with someone, and there was a serious discrepancy in income or assets. When you decided to marry, you both agreed to execute a prenuptial agreement. These documents typically provide specific terms for asset division during a divorce. Some may go so...
Marijuana offenses could put an end to your college career
Social attitudes around marijuana have changed rapidly in recent years. That means that fewer people consider marijuana use a serious offense. That, in turn, may result in more people experimenting with the drug. Most of the time, moderate recreational use isn't of...
Why you shouldn’t call your crash an ‘accident’
If you are recovering from a recent collision with a car, chances are that you tell doctors, employers and your friends and family that you were in a car accident. This is the phrase most people use when they describe this devastating event. However, your injuries...
Is it ever okay to hide assets during a divorce?
The answer to the question in this headline is no. There are not circumstances under which it is wise to hide or otherwise misrepresent your assets or liabilities during a divorce. In fact, doing so could result in severe legal ramifications. However, there are steps...
Distracted driving can turn deadly in the blink of an eye
Imagine you are driving down a busy street. There are cars around you, bicyclists next to you and people crossing the street at an intersection ahead. Now imagine closing your eyes, taking your hands off the wheel and driving through this same area. Chances are that...
What you need to know if you are sentenced to probation
No one wants to spend time in jail or prison, and minimizing any period of incarceration if you are convicted of a criminal offense can be your top priority. Receiving probation in lieu of jail time can therefore come as a considerable relief to anyone in this...