Despite being a very valuable tool, a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is one of the most often overlooked documents that can impact a divorce. If you are splitting up, you need to consider whether or not a QDRO applies to your divorce and if you need to use...
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Surviving family members can file workers’ compensation claims
Pennsylvania's workers' compensation system is relatively thorough and helps to protect workers from the financial consequences of injuries or illnesses they acquire because of their employment. Jobs of any kind can pose risks to workers. In some cases, workers can...
Senior citizens obey road rules but could be risky drivers
With years of experience behind the wheel, seniors should be lower-risk drivers. Generally, they wear seat belts, avoid driving at night or in poor weather, don’t drink and drive, and operate the car within the speed limits. Still, according to AAA, older Americans...
Arrested for a DUI? Defend yourself and your rights
You wanted to have a fun night out, and that’s exactly what you did. You probably drank a little more than you wanted to, but you didn’t think it would impact your ability to drive safely. Unfortunately, you weren’t right. You ended up colliding with another vehicle....
Remember that a beneficiary takes precedence over a will
If there is a conflict between a will and a beneficiary designation, the beneficiary designation is going to take precedence during the division of an estate. It is crucial to remember how this works. Many people forget to update their beneficiary designations when...
Improve your odds of a successful vehicle accident injury claim
Despite the best efforts of safety-conscious motorists in Uniontown, motor vehicle accidents still occur with alarming frequency. Sometimes, the only harm a victim suffers is property damage. Other times, these victims are left coping with serious or severe injuries...
Remember these points in a child custody battle
Child custody battles are tough for everyone involved. You may feel as though you’re constantly on edge, and you may wonder how the kids are really faring. There are steps you can take to try to keep things on track so that the stress is minimal during this time. One...
Protect your children during and after divorce
When you’re going through a divorce and have children who still live at home, you and your ex need to ensure that you’re protecting their rights. Many people assume that kids will just magically handle the changes that come with their parents splitting up. The truth...
How can we make teens safer drivers?
Teen drivers generally make their parents a bit nervous. That first time that the teen backs out of the driveway in their family car, the parents can’t believe that it’s happening. They worry about accident risks and have to force themselves to let their teen go --...
First-time DUI penalties in Pennsylvania for general and high BAC
The penalties for any crime you wind up charged with will be progressive, depending on a variety of factors. When you allegedly commit a criminal act in Pennsylvania, your previous criminal record and the specific circumstances of the purported offense will influence...