If an individual is charged with criminal activity, there may be some clear penalties. For example, many people will face severe fines and jail time. Fines can exceed thousands of dollars and incarceration can go on for decades depending on the severity of the crime....
Anyone purchasing real estate must do their due diligence to ensure they’ll be able to use the property in the manner they intend. There are several factors that can alter the ability to do this. One factor is the presence of an easement. An easement is a legal right...
It’s becoming a common theme on the evening news: an older adult lost their life’s savings at the hands of a scammer. Not only does it make you angry, but it also causes you to start worrying about your own elderly parents. No adult child wants to take away their...
Pennsylvania has businesses operating in many of the most dangerous industries in the country. There are mining facilities, timber operations and manufacturing companies that employ thousands of Pennsylvania workers. The vast majority of those employees go about their...
You know that your following distance is important when driving on the highway. A larger distance gives you a greater reaction time, allowing you to react appropriately to unexpected hazards ahead of you. This reduces the odds that you will be involved in a car...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are quite common in Pennsylvania. People who otherwise follow the law consistently might make the mistake of driving home from a party or dinner out with friends after one too many drinks. It is quite common for people to...
When planning for the future of your estate, it helps to look beyond the traditional will and consider including a trust in your estate plan. Trusts are crucial estate planning tools that can benefit your legacy and protect your loved ones' financial well-being long...
Doctors and medical staff are expected to act to a certain standard within the profession. Conduct that falls below this expected standard can constitute medical malpractice. Common examples of medical malpractice include negligently misdiagnosing a condition, abusing...
Summer is already in full swing, and schools have mostly ended their sessions – and that leaves a lot of teenagers with extra time on their hands. Some of them are bound to let youthful exuberance (or foolishness) get out of hand. Unfortunately, when teens act up or...
Many professionals in Pennsylvania have had to accept a degree of risk in return for earning their income. People tend to assume that work is relatively safe now things to state and federal regulations. However, industry safety data from across Pennsylvania in 2022...