What Is The Difference Between Probation And Parole?

A person sentenced to probation has not served any jail or prison time for the crime they plead guilty or were found guilty of. That individual is being offered a jail alternative and will not be incarcerated provided they meet any and all conditions placed on them. Probation is therefore part of the individual’s original […]

What Is Parole?

In Pennsylvania, individuals who either plead guilty to a crime or are found guilty of a crime following a trial are often sentenced to a period of incarceration in a jail or prison. When a person is placed on parole, it means that he or she gets released from jail or prison early, and serves the […]

What Are The Types Of Probation?

If a person pleads guilty or is found to be guilty following a trial they may be placed on probation as a form of punishment. Quite simply, probation means that the individual does not have to go to jail or prison at all. however, in exchange for not being incarcerated, the individual is has to […]

Why do I have to sign so many medical forms?

No one likes signing forms. especially when they are in paid. However, doctors, hospitals, employers, and other establishments will not release per­sonal information about you without signed written authorizations. It is against the law, in most instances, to release information about a person, to anyone, including your lawyer, without formal documentation. Therefore, your lawyer will […]

Can I File For Bankruptcy If I Own A Business?

Individuals and businesses can file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. When an individual files they get rid of their debts and go on with their lives. When a business files, its assets are sold to pay the unsecured creditors. But what about individuals who are sole proprietors or independent contractors? An individual who is a sole […]

10 Things You Can Do To Maximize Your Personal Injury Claim

You were injured in an auto accident. You hired an attorney for your case against the other driver for pain and suffering. Nothing more to do now, right? Wrong! There are a number of very short things that you can do to help your attorney prepare the best possible case which will bring you the […]

Top 10 Mistakes Businesses Make

It’s easy to make legal mistakes while building your business. It happens all the time. You’re a business owner—not a lawyer. You’re focused on finding customers, making sales, training your team, and building your business—not studying up on the latest laws and regulations.

Why do I need Estate Planning?

John Benson joined a recent episode of Marriage Matters TV with Dr. Mark and Liz. Learn more about why Estate Planning is so important.