People who drive in Pennsylvania should be familiar with the rules of the road and understand the penalties for criminal driving offenses. Depending on the circumstances, driving-related offenses can have a wide range of consequences in Pennsylvania. Drivers can face...
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How to fairly split parenting time when one parent moves away
Co-parenting your children after a divorce can be a delicate matter, even if you and your ex-spouse remain on amicable terms. You each have your own wants, needs and obligations to work around when building a workable parenting plan. Career advancement and other...
Do you need a marital settlement agreement?
In both contested and uncontested divorces, it is common for the parties to reach a settlement before proceeding to the next phase. A written marital settlement agreement can help you and your spouse to resolve disputes that might hold up the progress of your divorce....
Tips to keep teen drivers safe on the road
With the new school year beginning, the number of teen drivers on the road at all hours of the day increases. As teens become more comfortable behind the wheel, encouraging them to create good habits will help reduce the chance of painful and costly accidents. Avoid...
Can foreclosure defense protect my home?
Foreclosure defense is the process of legally fighting back against a bank that wants to foreclose on your home. This defense forces the bank or other lender to provide proof they can legally foreclose on your home. Sometimes, you can use a foreclosure defense instead...
Tips to help if you are charged with domestic violence
Domestic violence charges are serious. Whether you believe you have violated the law or not, you must comport yourself properly to minimize your chances of severe consequences from the court. Here are three tips to help you in the timeframe immediately after you find...
The road to your financial future runs through the 341 meeting
Once you declare for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy, you are on the right road to a brighter financial future. But first, you must make a stop at the 341 meeting. What is this? Learning the purpose The 341 meeting, named for Title 11, Section 341 of the United States...
DUI defense and the Philadelphia breath test incident
If law enforcement stops you on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, the next step may be a breath test to determine your blood alcohol content level. A defense strategy will include an investigation into the machine used for that breath test. Machine...
Reviewing the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy
When you file for bankruptcy, you may qualify for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Each "chapter" has its own requirements and process for relieving debt you cannot repay. Understanding the important differences between these chapters can help you decide whether...
What are the most overlooked symptoms of a TBI?
In many ways, surviving an accident is just one step toward the overall process of recovering from an accident. Whether you were in a vehicle accident or you slipped and fell at the grocery store, your injury could include a traumatic brain injury (TBI). While you may...