Don’t Represent Yourself in a PA Divorce Case
“A man who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client.” It’s an old adage, a clever way of saying “It’s usually a bad idea to represent yourself in court.” It can even apply to lawyers. Take the story of Anthony Zappin, a Manhattan lawyer who represented himself in his divorce case. According […]
3 Ways to Tell if Your Custody Agreement is a Good Fit
The end of a marriage is never easy, especially when children are part of the equation. The best you can do is to make sure things as painless as possible for you and your children. Writing on The Huffington Post, attorney Bari Zell Weinberger listed three questions parents should ask to tell if their custody […]
This Court Ruling Could Impact PA Gun Owners
During the last week of June, the news was dominated by U.S. Supreme Court rulings on marriage equality, fair housing and health care. But another decision handed down at the state level has important implications for Pennsylvania gun owners and municipalities that are looking to enact gun control laws. On June 25, the Pennsylvania Commonwealth […]
What’s the Cost of a DUI Lawyer in Bucks County PA?
More than a million people are arrested each year for driving while under the influence, an offense that can impact not only your ability to drive but also your reputation and your freedom. The loss of your license and your good name are the real costs of a DUI. Still, you might be wondering about […]
The Advantages of Chiropractic Care
Almost all of my personal injury clients come to me while they are still in pain. The treatment always seems the same: First, they went to the hospital where limited x-rays were taken. Assuming there were no broken bones, they are given a few pain pills and told to see their family doctor for follow-up. […]
Do I Need an Accident Lawyer After a Car Crash?
If you have been in a car accident, you have a lot on your mind. You are probably wondering if you will have to pay for repairs, and whether your insurer will cover the costs of the accident as well as your medical bills and lost wages. Do not travel down this path alone. Let’s […]
Summer Plans? Is Your Insurance Up to Date?
Summer is here and with it comes vacation plans. Whether you are going to the New Jersey shore or Costa Rica, you should take a few minutes before you go to make sure that your health will be protected. First, make sure that all of your insurance, both car and health, are up to date […]
Pennsylvania Spousal Support 101
When a marriage ends, financial complications can ensue. In addition to dividing property acquired during the marriage, the courts must make sure provisions are made for any children the couple has, as well as if financial spousal support should be paid. In Pennsylvania, there are mandatory guidelines the courts must use to determine spousal support, […]
What is Underinsurance and Uninsurance?
In the last couple of years people have been trying to save money by reducing the amount of insurance they carry. Combined with the fact that many people have little money or assets to seize, we are now facing a scenario where people can drive risk-free without any concern for the damage they cause on […]
Personal Injury Equals Frustration and Depression
We’re all competitive to some degree. We all have standards of where we are in life, how we think our bodies should look, how we should feel. We’re also getting older and with that the realization comes that we don’t heal as fast. As a PA personal injury attorney, my clients all say the same […]
