By: Kirsten Balzer Miniscalco, Esquire There are many reasons someone may desire to legally change their name – they are known to friends and family by a different name, they have bank accounts in a different name, they no longer have contact with the parent whose last name they share. Pennsylvania has a process through […]

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By: Gregory Gifford, Esquire There is much debate regarding the pandemic of lawsuits that could come out of reopening our economy. What should businesses do to protect themselves? Although there is a push to raise the bar to prevent a tsunami of lawsuits, many believe that raising the bar will allow employers to relax the […]

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Talking Criminal Law at the Beach Recently, lawyers from around the world gathered at a recent criminal law seminar held in Atlantic City, New Jersey called, “Talking Criminal Law at the Beach: PA and NJ Practice Nuances, Tips & Pitfalls to Avoid.” The event was hosted by the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and […]

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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; […]

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By: Jay C. Glickman, Esquire Pennsylvania recently passed a law permitting the use of medical marijuana for certain serious medical conditions and illnesses. A problem arises because the possession and use of marijuana is illegal under Federal Law. It is a controlled substance under Federal Law. A user of a controlled substance is prohibited by […]

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