An economic recession can impact individuals and businesses alike. People may start reducing their spending, and that can worsen the impacts already experienced by previously profitable organizations. Sometimes, businesses have to make difficult decisions. They may...
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How can a criminal record affect custody in Pennsylvania?
The best-case scenario for parents separating or divorcing is often that they reach an agreement with each other about how they will share parental responsibilities. Pennsylvania parents can typically enter an uncontested custody order if they agree on all of the...
When do you have to reveal a DUI conviction?
A drunk driving conviction can have a profound impact on your life. A person with a DUI conviction may not want to discuss their situation with others. Unfortunately, there are other times when you must disclose that you have a drunk driving conviction. PennDOT Driver...
How to plan for assets when remarrying or marrying later in life
Marriage is one of the most dramatic changes an individual can make to their family circumstances. By combining households and finances with a spouse, an individual can drastically alter their current standard of living and their future opportunities. When people...
3 special considerations for those divorcing later in life
When people divorce in their 20s, 30s or even their 40s, they have plenty of time to rebuild their lives afterward. It is also easier to separate assets after a marriage that only lasts for a relatively short period of time. As people start to approach retirement age,...
Common pitfalls when small businesses bring on employees
The decision to hire a new employee is often an indication of a company's success. When small businesses are in a position to afford another worker, this can be a sign of growth. Unfortunately, some business owners and executives will let their excitement about a...
What if employees leave and takes business with them?
The employees who make the most money for your business can also potentially do the most damage to it. Someone on your sales team might have access to a comprehensive list of all of your current clients. Those working in executive positions or in research and...
4 tips for buying a home in a hot market
It’s prime time to buy a house and many people are taking steps to purchase their first. Buying a home is a chance to establish roots and raise a family, or just expand on the necessities and feel comfortable knowing you don’t have to deal with landlords anymore. If...
How do you solve a boundary dispute?
If you and a neighbor have a boundary dispute, it can be frustrating and upsetting. On one hand, you want to make sure you can protect the land that you’ve purchased. On the other, you know that you have to continue to live near the other person, so you may not want...
What Happens To A Family Business In Divorce?
Whether you decided to file for divorce or got served when your spouse filed, it is natural to feel protective about your biggest assets when you consider the end of your marriage. As a Pennsylvania professional who has run a business with your family, the company...