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Weekends are meant for friends, music and letting loose. However, the line between fun and trouble can be closer than many realize. In Pennsylvania, a DUI can occur faster than expected and the consequences are serious. Here are two situations that commonly lead to a...
The police may want to search your home as they are looking for evidence. Maybe they think you have illegal firearms or substances in your house. Maybe you have been accused of theft, and they are looking for stolen goods. Every situation is different, but home...
A large percentage of adults, including those with children and valuable assets, do not have wills or any other estate planning documents. Many people simply procrastinate. They tell themselves that they can put together an estate plan later. Others may convince...
Prenuptial agreements detail the manner in which assets, debts and financial responsibilities will be handled in the event of divorce or death. While prenups can offer financial clarity and protection, not all couples enter into them for the right reasons. In some...
Taking sleeping pills before bed may seem harmless, but the effects can sometimes last well into the next day. In Pennsylvania, driving while impaired by prescription or over-the-counter medication can lead to the same legal consequences as driving under the influence...
Mediation can be a helpful step in divorce, but it doesn’t always work out. In Pennsylvania, many couples try it first because it’s often quicker, less expensive and more private than going to court. Yet when it breaks down, you need to know what comes next and how to...
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are often a professional's last resort. People who become unable to work may apply for SSDI to pay their mortgages and other basic expenses. Unfortunately, a substantial portion of the people seeking SSDI benefits...
Deciding to stay in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage "for the kids" may seem noble, even selfless. Many parents believe that keeping the family unit intact, regardless of the emotional cost, is best for their children. However, this decision often overlooks the...
Adults should ensure they have an estate plan in place so they have a say in what happens when they pass away. There are several things to consider when you’re getting this plan together. One of these is who you’re going to pass your assets along to. You have the...
You might find yourself in a situation where you feel you need to drive, but you realize you probably shouldn’t. Perhaps last night ended up heavier and later than you intended, and you are still feeling fuzzy but need to get to work. Or maybe you need to pick the...