People put a lot of trust in chemical testing, even though no testing system is absolutely infallible. There is often an assumption that those accused of crimes are likely guilty if the state has some kind of physical or chemical evidence. Some people accused of...
When it comes to ensuring long-term financial security for yourself and your loved ones, an essential part of preparing for the future is having a comprehensive estate plan in place. Having an estate plan can help give you peace of mind that everything from healthcare...
One of the most important aspects of divorce negotiations is property division. This determines which assets both spouses will obtain once the divorce has concluded. In Pennsylvania, marital property is divided on the basis of equitable distribution. This means that...
The U.S. Constitution offers several protections for citizens and residents alike. Specifically, The 4th Amendment protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. This means that the police cannot search your property without a valid warrant or reasonable cause for...
Make no mistake, divorce is difficult. However, things can become unbearable if you are divorcing an individual with a personality disorder. If you find yourself in a difficult situation where you have to sever ties with a narcissist, it is important that you back up...
Someone directly threatened you either with their words or their actions, and you fought back to defend yourself. However, now you find yourself facing assault allegations. The state claims you acted with malicious intent when your actions are not intended to harm...
If you are indicted and charged with a crime, you need to figure out how to defend yourself. One of the options you can consider testifying in your own trial. But, is this the best choice? You are not required to testify in your own criminal trial. In fact, the Fifth...
There are several ways that people can come to the United States. One of these is through a family-based immigration visa. There are several things you should know about these visas. In order to apply for one of these visas, the individual has to have a sponsor who...
Driving a car on any U.S. roadway is risky business in the modern world since you must share the road with those about whom you know nothing. They could be drunk, distracted or simply negligent, posing a hidden danger to you and other motorists. There is little or...
The realization that your marriage is over is something that can be hard to handle. Once you know that you’re heading for divorce, it’s best if you can get as prepared as possible before the papers are filed. Some people who are heading toward divorce don’t think...