Homebuying in Pennsylvania and the rest of the United States is facing a decline. Experts put forward several reasons for this. From new homes flooding the market to higher interest rates and high student loan debt, there are many reasons Americans are not currently...
Year: 2019
Can you use a cellphone while driving in Pennsylvania?
In the last few years, many states—including Maryland, New Jersey and New York—have been cracking down harder on drivers using cellphones while behind the wheel. In fact, those states now ban drivers from even having a cellphone in their hands: they instead must use...
The risks of sharing the road with older drivers
When driving in Pennsylvania, it is common to see seniors behind the wheel. According to the CDC, in 2016, there were 42 million licensed drivers over the age of 65 in America. Older adults often struggle to relinquish their driving privileges because it helps them to...
Sleep deprivation can lead to high accident rates
In an article on car accidents in Pennsylvania, FindLaw implied that Philadelphia is one of the most dangerous cities to drive in. As residents of southwestern Pennsylvania know, Pittsburgh and its surrounding areas provide another accident hot spot in the state to...
How do I know if my doctor has malpractice claims?
If you have been diagnosed with a serious illness in Pennsylvania, you may have been referred to a surgeon or specialist. While you may have built up trust with your general practitioner or even your dentist over several years, this specialist may be new to you. If...
How can I keep my child safe while bicycling this summer?
Over the summer, many children want to spend their free time outside riding their bicycles. Bicycling can be a great way for kids to burn off excess energy and stay involved with neighborhood friends. However, bicycling can also be dangerous. When bicycling, children...
Is a bad medical outcome a result from medical malpractice?
When people in Pennsylvania experience a bad medical outcome, there is often talk of a potential lawsuit. It is natural to want reparations after failing to see the results you expected when seeking medical care. This is especially the case if the end result was the...
What is a foreclosure rescue scheme?
When faced with the prospect of losing a home, many people are willing to do whatever it takes to prevent foreclosure from happening. Unfortunately, this desperation can cause a person to fall victim to a foreclosure rescue scheme, which offers a way to put offer...
What risks face teen drivers?
While it can be exciting to get a license for the first time, teen drivers are faced with a myriad of risks when on the road. Whether you have a teen driver in your family or are sharing the road with younger motorists, it’s important to be aware of just how...
Should your business be an LLC or a sole proprietorship?
If you want to open a business in Pennsylvania, one of the first things you must do is register with the state. Before you register, you should decide what sort of business structure you want to use. Certain legal and tax considerations may be different depending on...