Williamsport Legal Blog
Should parents be penalized for their child’s misconduct?
Bullying is an issue we are reading about more and more. In all its forms, bullying can be emotionally damaging and physically harmful to an alleged victim. As such, people can face criminal charges for offenses including harassment, hazing and cyberbullying in...
What happens with your marital home in a Pennsylvania divorce?
Divorce is different in every state, and each couple's divorce is inherently unique. That means that there is no simple, straightforward answer for the majority of concerns about the divorce process. When it comes to something as complex as how the courts handle your...
Don’t rely on luck to avoid drunk driving accidents this weekend
This year, St. Patrick's Day falls on a weekend, which means countless people across Pennsylvania will be taking the opportunity to celebrate. For many, this means donning green and enjoying at least a few green alcoholic beverages. Sadly, this celebration could turn...
Popular synthetic drugs are as illegal as the real thing
In the last decade, many new designer and synthetic drugs have seen a rise in popularity. Herbal incense, also called K2 or Spice, as well as bath salts, Flakka and Molly have all become sought-after products. Many companies have intentionally mislead consumers to...
Students: Don’t make these spring break mistakes
College students across Pennsylvania are on spring break now or their break is just around the corner. This weeklong vacation gives students the opportunity to relax and regroup before the final push of the academic year. However, instead of being fun and relaxing,...
What happens to pets in a Pennsylvania divorce?
Affluent couples face a number of challenges when it comes to divorce, particularly with regard to the property division process. Because there may be a lot of money and pricey assets on the line, this step can be highly contentious and complicated. However, in some...
Changes to Philadelphia bail process for low-level offenses
Being accused of a criminal offense, no matter how minor it may be, can cause serious problems for people in this situation for many reasons. One reason is the possibility of having to stay in jail until a trial if you cannot afford bail. However, this is changing in...
Driving high: Marijuana use puts drivers in danger
In a recent post on this blog, we discussed the fact that marijuana laws are changing across the country. While recreational use is still illegal in Pennsylvania and on the federal level, the state does allow people to legally use medical marijuana. Other states have...
Marijuana laws: Changing but still illegal in Pennsylvania
The laws surrounding the use of marijuana are changing in the United States, but they're not the same everywhere you go. Federally, marijuana is still illegal to possess, sell or distribute. Each state determines if it will or will not allow marijuana use at the...
How can I protect my privacy during divorce?
Divorce is a difficult process for anyone. In most cases, divorcing couples must tackle difficult areas like categorization and division of assets, child custody, name changes and the payment of child and spousal support. If you are in the public eye or have a...