When it comes to the divorce process, you need to take many different aspects of the law into consideration. Aside from reviewing factors that affect how custody is awarded or marital property and debt is divided, it is important for those approaching divorce to...
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What are the benefits and drawbacks of plea bargains?
If you are facing the possibility of a conviction for drug related crimes, you may wonder what your options are. You might have also heard the term "plea bargain" volleyed around before. What are plea bargains? Are they useful in your situation? Do they have more...
Challenging the binding effect of prenuptial agreements
Prenuptial agreements can significantly limit people’s rights and obligations if they get divorced. In general, people cannot unilaterally terminate a prenuptial agreement unless the terms of the agreement give them the right to do so. There are a few limited...
An attorney can help even if you haven’t been formally charged
The state builds criminal cases based on evidence. It can take time for the police to put together a case before filing formal criminal charges. You may even be aware that you are under investigation for suspected criminal activity. If so, you don’t have to wait until...
What are signs of parental alienation?
Pennsylvania parents like you often work hard to maintain a balance after your divorce. After all, you still want to provide a stable life for your child. But sometimes, personal feelings can get in the way of you doing that. It is often personal feelings that lead...
How a judge determines bail
Facing a drug charge can be frightening. If it is the first arrest for someone, going through the court system can seem like a confusing process. One of the top priorities for many of those facing charges is to get out of jail, and this happens if the judge decides to...
3 special witnesses who might testify in your criminal case
Criminal cases are about the law. If you broke the rules, you could face a conviction. However, your case is also about facts. Sometimes, these facts are complex. That is where special witnesses come in. Here are three of the most common types of professionals who...
What happens if you face conviction for a third DUI?
Act 24, which became effective in 2003, lowered the legal limit of alcohol for Pennsylvania drivers from .10% to .08%. However, the state uses the BAC level combined with prior offenses in creating penalties for DUI. What happens when you face conviction for a third...
How can you tell your child about divorce?
Pennsylvania parents like you already have a lot to deal with when divorcing. You must manage household affairs, divide assets and property and handle the parenting situation. You must determine visitation schedules, custody, child support and more. On top of that,...
Pennsylvania animal cruelty definition and penalties
For a long time, humankind considered pets and other animals as beneath them. However, as evident by the enactment of animal cruelty laws across the nation, this is no longer the case. If a person faces animal cruelty charges in Pennsylvania, it is important that he...
