Question at a meeting: I slipped on a sidewalk and broke a bone. May I sue for my medical expenses? ............................................ Answer: Just...
This week's question: Is it possible for a captain of a ship to marry me in Pennsylvania? How large a ship does it need to be? ... Answer: The captain of a...
This from an email: My significant other and I understand that Common Law Marriage in Pennsylvania was abolished in 2003. However, we have been living together...
This week's question by email. What is the Statute of Limitations? How do I know if I missed the Statute of Limitations in my case? ... The statute of...
My advance medical directive states that life sustaining treatment is to be withheld if I am incompetent and permanently unconscious. What happens now that I...
This week's question, asked at a meeting. I attended one of your seminars, and you referred to The Philadelphia Consumer Funeral Alliance. How much does it...
This week's question: My brother holds a power of attorney for my father, and he is not properly performing his duties. He is wasting my father's money and ...
This week's question: I took your criminal law course. Could you please re-explain the crime of conspiracy? ... Answer: The crime of conspiracy is defined in...
This week's question: Do I need to use a specific form as an Advance Directive for Health Care. Answer: Although the Advance Directive for Health Care law has...
This week's question by email. We are trying to prove that my sister orally revoked a standby guardianship and a lawyer said we had to prove it by "clear and...
This week's question: I have noticed lately that many campus security cars and apartment security guards and buses drive around with flashing lights on the ...
This week's question. I just purchased a bicycle which has a white reflector on front. The bicycle dealer told me I needed a light if I was going to ride the ...
For those with questions about Advance Directives for Health Care, you are invited to the following event. Many of you have already received invitations by...
This week's question: What is a state long arm statute? What does it mean? ... A long arm statute vests jurisdiction in a local court whenever a person enters...
Question: should I display my flag at half staff on Memorial Day? ... Answer: By virtue of US flag customs, it is suggested that the flag be flown at half...
Question: There is more banking competition in Philadelphia and the suburbs than ever before. What is a credit union, and how does it fit into the equation? ...
Question: When I read the news I am often confused by the charges against individuals in homicide trials. What do they mean? ... Answer: Homicide may...
Last week we mentioned one exception to the normal rules of homicide: the Felony-Murder Rule. Every attorney must know this rule to pass the bar exam, it is...
My husband's parents are still living and neither he nor I have a will. We have no children. I was told his parents may still inherit from him although he is...
I want to leave a bequest to my grandchildren. I heard IRA accounts are an option. Do IRA accounts pass through probate? ... Answer, IRA accounts do not pass...
This week's question: How much automobile insurance should I purchase? I am a good driver and I never speed. I probably would not cause that much damage if I...
The Pennsylvania legislature just passed, and the governor signed last week, Senate Bill 660. This bill has a profound effect on wills and estate planning....
I am the parent of teenage children who are now young adults, so I am concerned about this issue. I was told that the law was recently changed, so that any...
What is the difference between a Coverdell Education Account and a Section 529 Plan? Answer: If the goal is to save for your child's education, a Section 529...
I read last week's information about educational plans for my child. Should I also purchase life insurance as an investment for my child? Answer: It is not...
My grandfather lived a rich and full life and recently passed away. He is Roman Catholic and he requested that he be cremated. We understand that cremation is...
My parents purchased a contract from Pre-Need Family Services of Pennsylvania. I heard that "Pre-Need" was told to "cease and desist" and was put out of...
Attention all blog readers: These posts will now take place bi-weekly. The second and fourth week of the month. We hope to provide more free information...
Should I get long term care insurance? If so, at what age? ... Answer: Long term care insurance may or may not be a good investment depending upon your...
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