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- Residency Requirement for Divorce in Pennsylvania
Jan 20, 2017
If you are living in Pennsylvania and want to file for divorce, you have to meet certain residency requirements. In addition, where you file is also based upon residency. It is important that you understand these requirements because it will affect your ability to file and be granted a dissolution of your marriage. If you do not meet requirements it could delay or prevent the proceedings from occurring. Basic State Residency Most states have specific...Read More - Using Pennsylvania Sentencing Guidelines to Assess Your Case
Dec 28, 2016
If you are facing criminal charges in Pennsylvania, then it is important to go into your court case knowledgeable. This involves knowing what kind of sentence you are looking at. Your attorney will review standard Pennsylvania sentencing guidelines to give you an idea of what you will be facing if you are convicted and what potential plea deals could be available. OGS and PRS OGS stands for “Offense Gravity Score” while PRS stands for “Prior...Read More - What Factors Are Considered When Child Custody Is Awarded?
Nov 29, 2016
If two spouses going through a divorce cannot amicably reach a decision concerning child custody, then it will go to the court. A judge will need to determine what is ultimately in the best interest of the child. There are a few factors to help the judge reach a conclusion. Requests of the Kid Most judges will outright ask children what their preferences are as long as they are at least 12 years old. The...Read More - 5 Things You Shouldn’t Do When You Are Arrested for a DUI
Oct 25, 2016
If you are arrested for driving while intoxicated, you don’t want your words or actions to make the situation worse. Here are five things you should never do when you’re arrested for a DUI. Argue With Police The worst possible thing you can do is act and speak aggressively toward the police officers. Remain as calm and neutral as possible. Acknowledge That You’re Drunk Do not provide evidence that you consciously decided to drive after...Read More - The Basics of Pennsylvania Sentencing Law
Sep 27, 2016
The Basics of Pennsylvania Sentencing Laws If you are going to court in the state of Pennsylvania any time soon, it can be beneficial to brush up on a few aspects of the law. There are numerous nuances to Pennsylvania sentencing law, but here are the basics to get familiar with. Discretion of the Judge Ultimately, the judge is responsible for handing down the sentence in most trials. The punishments can vary depending on the...Read More - What Does the American Bar Association Actually Do?
Aug 24, 2016
Are you interested in studying law and one day becoming a lawyer? If the answer is “Yes,” then you have likely heard about the American Bar Association. It can be helpful to learn a little bit about what this institution does. What Does the American Bar Association Actually Do? Serve Members When you become credited by the ABA, the organization is going to provide you with benefits to allow you to carry out your work...Read More - Different Ways a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help You
Jul 13, 2016
Any type of personal injury necessitates medical bills. You may even need to take time off work to deal with the trauma. While many people associate hiring a personal injury lawyer for worksite accidents or car collisions, there are various other reasons why you might want to hire an attorney. Different Ways a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help You Product Malfunction You probably do not think twice about common household items. However, if a tool...Read More - Driving While Using Prescription Drugs
Jun 15, 2016
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2014, over 20 percent of drivers were under the influence of drugs. Half of these drivers received their drugs because they were prescribed them by their physicians. If you do this, you run the risk of placing your future in jeopardy, since the penalties are similar to that of regular DUIs. Many states, including Pennsylvania, have taken steps to ensure that people who are found guilty...Read More - What Happens When You Violate Parole| Applebaum & Assoc
May 18, 2016
Parole is a period of time that an individual who has recently been released from jail or prison must be supervised. Depending upon their crime, there are certain protocols that must be fulfilled and things that they must refrain from doing. If at any point an individual commits a parole violation, certain protocols must be followed. Take a look at the parole process and protocol for violations. What Happens When You Violate Parole Parole Process...Read More - How The Legalization of Medical Marijuana... | Applebaum & Assoc
Apr 19, 2016
Pennsylvania is now the 24th state to legalize medical cannabis, which now means that over half of the American population now has legal access to some form of marijuana, though use is restricted to patients who are diagnosed with one of 17 specific diseases and disorders, such as Epilepsy or Glaucoma. Unfortunately, the new laws will not effect the prosecution of Marijuana related DUI charges. If you are dealing with current charges, an experienced Pennsylvania...Read More