Harrisburg Legal Blog
What are my visitation and custody rights as a father?
Maybe the mother of your child isn’t letting you see your child. Or perhaps you’d just like to legally declare paternity in case you separate from your partner one day. Thankfully, in Pennsylvania, unmarried fathers have every right to raise and spend time with their...
Rebuilding your credit after bankruptcy
While bankruptcy may give you relief from your debt now, there may still be a long road ahead of you. Rebuilding your credit can be an essential way to get your finances back on track. Your credit after bankruptcy After you have filed for bankruptcy, the filing will...
What’s the best time to create a will?
When it comes to the concept of a will, many people don’t think it’s something they need to worry about until they’re older. However, this is not always the case. A will is an important document that you can create at any time in your life after the age of eighteen....
Making the grade when it comes to shared parenting
While divorce can be hard, you’re not the only one affected. Your children are also going to face major changes, and it could be up to the courts how much you can help them through it. The National Parents Organization has assigned Pennsylvania a D when it comes to...
What are the advantages of Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
When you face overwhelming debts, you probably wonder if you’ll ever pay it off. For those with thousands and thousands in medical debt, or credit card debt, the stress of mounting debt can be overwhelming. That’s one reason why some decide to file for bankruptcy,...
Has a health crisis got you reeling from debt? Relief is available
If your medical bills are overwhelming, you are not alone. Did you know that 60% of all bankruptcies either “very much” or “somewhat” involve medical debt? Look: a health scare shouldn’t result in an economic tailspin, but that’s the situation many people are facing....
Divorce, important points and negotiating a fair settlement
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, neither of you may want to go through a long and expensive courtroom process. Obviously, you want a fair settlement. If you can agree on most matters, you may want to substitute negotiation for litigation,...
Ignoring debt does not make it go away
Whether you have a mortgage, credit card balances, student loans, medical bills or another type of debt, you know how crippling it can be. According to credit card company Discover, Americans have an average household debt of more than $130,000. If you feel like you...
Managing the potential issues with marriage and bankruptcy
If engaged, you are no doubt looking forward to planning the wedding. However, you may hesitate to set the date because your intended has declared bankruptcy. How will this affect you? Is the proposed marriage in jeopardy? Will bankruptcy be a dealbreaker? Dispelling...
6 mistakes to avoid if you are named executor in a will
When named as an estate executor, it is gratifying to know that the deceased considered you trustworthy and capable of carrying out his or her last wishes as instructed in the will. However, the job is exacting. It may demand much of your time, depending on the...
