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When someone dies in Pennsylvania, their estate goes through a legal process called probate. During probate, the executor of the estate is responsible for handling all aspects of the deceased person's property. This can be a complex process, and it usually involves...
It's imperative that you start creating an estate plan as soon as you become a legal adult. However, it's not uncommon for Pennsylvania residents and others to put off estate planning as long as possible. If your parents don't have an estate plan, it may be in your...
Various economic factors may contribute to bankruptcy filings. If the economy takes a downturn a particular year, the number of bankruptcies might increase. However, challenging economic times might not always result in increased bankruptcy filings. And the challenges...
When things get really tough, sometimes filing for bankruptcy can be the best option to get your finances under control. While there are many misconceptions about bankruptcy, it is an important tool that most people who experience financial difficulty would benefit...
Facing the possibility of bankruptcy can be a scary experience both from financial and emotional perspectives. If you are considering the need to file for bankruptcy, the following information regarding Pennsylvania law may provide you with some insight into the...
If you’re a new parent in Pennsylvania, you might have never thought about estate planning before. However, an estate plan can be an important way to protect your child in the event that something happens to you or your spouse. Here are three things that you can do to...
Estate planning is an opportunity to begin a new life. People rely on each of us to some degree, but you decide how much you assist others when you pass on. Your assets in Pennsylvania get used only as you tell your trustee to use them. There are some taboos about...
Some aspects of a Pennsylvania family law case are more difficult than others. Child-related concerns are a primary example. This is true whether it is child custody, child support, visitation or paternity. Often, this is viewed from the mother’s perspective. Despite...
Going through a divorce is challenging enough without having to think about your livelihood – your family business. If you are getting ready to seek a divorce in Pennsylvania but are hesitant to petition because you are not sure how it will impact your income, look no...
Congress made it more difficult to obtain a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2005 when it introduced a means test as part of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act. The test is designed to make sure that Chapter 7 bankruptcies are only granted to...
