How Is Fault Determined in a Car Accident?
Car Accidents and Fault Determining which party is at fault for a car accident in Pennsylvania is an important step when filing a personal injury lawsuit. This determination of fault has a connection with the outcome of a case. Parties may disagree as to who was at fault for the accident. However with the help […]
Read MoreWhiplash, Chronic Pain and Personal Injury Lawsuits
Common Injuries Sustained in Car Accidents Auto accidents in Pennsylvania can lead to many injuries, whether they be burns, broken bones, traumatic brain injuries or slipped discs. However, one of the most common injuries sustained in a car accident is whiplash. While this injury isn’t always obvious, it can cause significant pain and suffering to […]
Read MorePennsylvania Inheritance Tax
By: Jay C. Glickman, Esquire People frequently ask “How much is PA Inheritance Tax?” It is not one rate for all. It differs, depending upon the relationship and situation. The tax rates are as follow: 1. No tax between spouses; 2. Four and one-half percent (4-l/2%) for lineal descendants; 3. Twelve percent (12%) for siblings; […]
Read MoreDo Not Cooperate with the DA in a PCRA Proceeding
Among the many things criminal defense lawyers have to deal with in the representation of our clients is a Post Conviction Relief Act (“PCRA”) petition raising the ineffectiveness of counsel at trial when the client is unhappy with the outcome. I realize some are valid complaints, but the majority are baseless and just seek to blame […]
Read MoreWhat is Divorce Mediation? What Are the Benefits?
Mediation is an alternative to the traditional divorce process, serving as a form of alternative dispute resolution. Statistics show that nearly nine out of ten mediated divorce cases go on to settle successfully. In addition, about 66 percent of couples who go through mediation report being satisfied with the outcome of the mediation process. To […]
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