Before you got married, you’d saved up a certain amount of money that you brought with you to the marriage. Maybe you had an investment portfolio with $100,000 in it. This was not a marital asset because you weren’t married yet, so it was technically a separate asset...
Going through a divorce is a challenging undertaking for anyone, but it can be more complex for those who have considerable assets. Anyone who’s in this position should be prepared to handle the property division process because this is often one of the most intense...
Getting charged with a criminal offense can be troubling and have potentially life-changing consequences. In such situations, mounting a robust defense is crucial. When facing criminal charges in Pennsylvania, several possible defenses may form part of your defense...
Being around someone who suddenly appears to be suffering a drug overdose can be extremely stressful – particularly if you’ve also been using drugs. You fear that if you call 911 or go to a police officer or first responder for help, you (and they) will end up being...
When people talk about driving under the influence, they often are referring to alcohol. But it’s important to remember that this is not the only way that someone can be arrested on allegations of impaired driving. It also counts as impairment if they’re under the...
Drug-related charges in Pennsylvania are taken very seriously and can have life-long consequences. These charges encompass various offenses related to controlled substances, both under federal laws such as the Controlled Substances Act and state statutes like the...
If your prenuptial agreement is invalid, the court can throw it out during a divorce. You may have been counting on that protection or expecting it. That’s why it’s so important to know in advance if the prenup may be invalid. But why would it be invalid? If both of...
In the aftermath of a separation or divorce, establishing a parenting plan that supports your children's needs while accommodating the realities of your new family dynamics is important. Making this effort can let both of you craft your expectations concerning your...
Each year, a lot of people just accept the DUI charge the police give them. They plead guilty and accept the consequences. Reasons for doing so could include them thinking they have no chance of beating the charge or being put off by the fact that they would have to...
If you intentionally kill someone in Pennsylvania, you could be charged with first-degree murder. It is the most serious homicide charge, and it carries severe legal penalties in the event of a conviction. Murder is a capital offense, and you may spend a lifetime...