In Pennsylvania family law, the primary focus in all issues related to child custody is the child’s well-being. When disputes or concerns come up about a child’s best interests, safety, or ability to express their…
If you’ve been injured in an accident and don’t have health insurance—or can’t afford out-of-pocket medical costs—you may feel trapped. How can you get the care you need without going into debt? That’s where a…
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a special immigration program offered by the U.S. government that prevents people from being sent back to dangerous situations while their home countries recover from disasters or conflicts. Around the…
After a personal injury case settles, many clients ask an important question: Will I owe taxes on my settlement? It’s a smart concern—especially when a settlement involves large amounts intended to cover medical bills, lost…
Car accidents are chaotic, and it’s not uncommon for more than one party to share some blame. If you’ve been in a crash in Pennsylvania and believe you were partly at fault, you might be…
In the long list of financial and logistical challenges that come along with divorce, you may not immediately think of health insurance coverage. Though often taken for granted or forgotten in the emotional whirlwind, health…
Being placed in removal proceedings means that the U.S. government has initiated a formal legal action to potentially deport you from the country. If this has happened to you, it is natural to be both…
One of the most emotionally challenging issues of separation and divorce surrounds the question of where the children will live. Though many factors are taken into account, the most important consideration is what the court…
Depending on where they live, life for LGBTQ+ individuals can be either liberating or extremely difficult. While some countries are accepting, far too many others haven’t, exposing them to the risk of persecution. Fortunately, several…
When couples divorce in Pennsylvania, one of the most complex and frustrating aspects of the process is often the division of marital property. Though many people believe that marital property is always split 50/50 between…
Immigration cases can take a long time, and in the midst of the process, you may want — or need — to travel. Unfortunately, if your case hasn’t yet been resolved, what may seem like…
Renting a home or apartment should come with peace of mind, but when unsafe conditions lead to serious injuries, tenants are often left wondering: Can I sue my landlord for my injury? In Pennsylvania, the…
Motorcycle riders in Pennsylvania are paying close attention to recent changes in helmet legislation—and so are personal injury attorneys. While wearing a helmet has always been a strong safety recommendation, Pennsylvania’s revised helmet laws could…
A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a court-appointed advocate who is responsible for representing a child or incapacitated adult during legal proceedings. Ad litem is a Latin term that means “for the lawsuit,” and the…
Getting injured on the job is stressful enough—but finding out you’re not covered by workers’ compensation can be devastating. In Pennsylvania, most workers are protected under the state’s workers’ comp system, but there are exceptions….