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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN ESTATE PLANNING?

ALSO, WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN MY CHILD TURNS 18?

Many times, people wonder what documents are contained in comprehensive Estate Planning.  They may be as follows:

  • A Will.
  • A Power Of Attorney
  • A Living Will.
  • A Medical Power Of Attorney.
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Qualifications and Eligibility for SSDI Benefits & SSI

SSDI & SSI: For which disability benefit(s) should you apply?

SSDI benefits and SSI benefits are two disability benefit programs offered by the Social Security Administration (“SSA”). Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) benefits and Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) are provided as benefits to individuals that qualify based on a disability that meets SSA statutes. But, which one should you apply for? Should you apply for both or are you not eligible for either SSDI or SSI?

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COMMON LAW MARRIAGE IN PENNSYLVANIA

Common Law Benefits

Pennsylvania stopped recognizing Common Law Marriages as of January 1, 2005; however, if you had established a Common Law Marriage in Pennsylvania prior to that date, Pennsylvania Law preserves the validity of such marriages.  An established Common Law Marriage may provide you with certain benefits such as spousal death benefits, Social Security surviving spouse benefits, or zero percent inheritance tax (as opposed to 15% for unrelated persons). 

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Navigating Pennsylvania Personal Injury Law

Personal Injury Process

When it comes to personal injury cases, understanding the legal landscape is crucial for both victims and their families. If you find yourself facing the aftermath of an accident in Pennsylvania, it’s essential to be familiar with the state’s personal injury laws. This blog will shed light on the key aspects of Pennsylvania personal injury law, empowering you with the knowledge you need to navigate the legal process and seek the compensation you deserve.

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Emergency Protection from Abuse Orders

Staying Safe & Legally Protected

Generally, a person who claims they were abused by a family member or current or former intimate partner can receive a restraining order (abuse orders) from the Court of Common Pleas. Those restraining orders are issued under the Protection from Abuse Act and are frequently referred to as “PFAs.” But sometimes an alleged victim asks for an order at night or on the weekend. Fortunately, there is a procedure in Pennsylvania that allows Magisterial District Courts (MDJs) to issue emergency orders when the Court of Common Pleas is not available. This article will help you understand the qualifications and process for emergency protection from abuse orders in a general way. For detailed legal help in your specific case, contact our team of experts. 

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Understanding Pet Custody in PA Divorce

Pet Custody in PA Divorce

What does the law say about pet custody in the event of divorce in Pennsylvania? We treat our pets like family, but what happens to our pets when the family separates and the marriage ends in divorce? Currently, the Pennsylvania Divorce Code does not provide special considerations or provisions for family pets; rather, the court views pets as personal property, dividing such “property” as it would furniture and other items of tangible property.  

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What to Expect in the Pennsylvania Divorce Process

By its nature, divorce is an emotionally taxing ordeal. Legal counsel is well aware, or should be, that the prospective client or client with whom he or she is speaking seeks assistance at very likely one of the low points of their lives. Being so, it is incumbent upon legal counsel to clearly explain the statutory and procedural process of divorce.

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SSDI & SSI: The Importance of Your Medical Records

Have you seen your SSDI & SSI Medical Records? The Social Security Administration (“SSA”) offers Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) benefits, and Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) benefits to individuals that qualify based on a disability that meets SSA statutes and, in the case of SSI, are also low-income eligible.

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DIVORCE AND ESTATE PLANNING

What You Need to Know During a Divorce

Many legal issues surround divorce, such as the determination of custody, support, and equitable distribution of marital property. In addition to all of this, there are often emotional issues.  Updating an estate plan is generally at the bottom of your list, if it even makes the list, when you are going through a divorce.  However, updating estate planning documents, such as a Will, Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, Advanced Medical Directive (Living Will), and Revocable Trusts should be a top priority.

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