If you’ll soon be getting married, congratulations on the new chapter of life you’re about to start! But have you considered whether you could benefit from some legal protection before the big day arrives? If you’re like most people, you likely have a visceral...
Month: November 2020
How does parental conflict affect kids?
Every married couple probably argues once in a while. However, arguments may happen with increased frequency and intensity in the time leading up to, during and just after divorce. This is understandable since divorce can be such an emotional experience. However, when...
How do we divide personal property in a divorce?
Dividing marital property is commonly one of the most complicated steps in a divorce. And although people often expect high-value assets like a house to be the main source of contention, the fact is that all property can trigger arguments. For instance, consider your...
Test anxiety can even impact field sobriety test results
Field sobriety tests are the physical coordination exams that police subject drivers to when suspected of driving under the influence. You have likely seen them on TV or even experienced them yourself. The three standard tests used in Pennsylvania and elsewhere...
Factors that can make a DUI go from bad to worse
Drunk driving charges can affect anyone, from a teenager leaving a party to a grandparent struggling with addiction. No matter who you are, the consequences of a DUI conviction can take a tremendous toll financially, emotionally and legally. Addressing these charges...
Facing a courtroom trial? It may look different than you expect
Drug charges can affect anyone, from a group of teenagers accused of selling marijuana to a working mother charged with narcotics possession. And no matter who you are, drug charges and the criminal justice system can be very intimidating and confusing. For instance,...
Books to help you cope with divorce
Divorce is a challenging time for everyone involved, during which stress and adversity are all too common. The entire divorce process is full of ups and downs. One day, you may believe you are in a good position and will come away with what you deserve to best serve...
Parents: What to know about Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition
No parent wants to get that call informing them that their child is facing criminal charges. Parents can be angry, humiliated and terrified about what happens next. All these emotions are understandable. But it is important not to lose sight of the fact that a...
How reliable are breathalyzer tests?
You see flashing lights in your rearview mirror, and your stomach drops. You’ve had a few drinks, but you believe you’re within the legal limit to drive. The police think otherwise and place you under arrest for suspicion of drunk driving. At the station, you agree to...
How you can support your child’s well-being during divorce
Checking on your little ones is probably a natural habit for you. But winging it shouldn’t be your approach to prioritizing your children in the mix of all the logistics of the divorce process. Instead, you should consider all the ways you can make your child feel...