In Pennsylvania, lawmakers recognize that the best option for an offender is not always punitive. If you are facing certain charges, it may be in your best interest to undergo rehabilitation rather than punishment. At Ebner, Nevins & McAllister, we often assist...
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Year: 2019
Dealing with a lack of trust during marriage and divorce
Couples may struggle with a number of problems during the marriage, from a disagreement over relatively minor issues to serious conflicts as a result of infidelity or domestic violence. However, many married couples struggle with a lack of trust, which may create...
Can I move my child out of state if I have shared custody?
A new move is an exciting new adventure, albeit a complicated one when you share custody with your former spouse. As a Pennsylvania resident, you cannot relocate to a place that will impair the other parent’s ability to see his or her child. While there are no laws...
Understand the full cost of a DUI
True, it can be inconvenient to leave a car at a Pennsylvania bar or restaurant and have to pay for a cab or rideshare home. That cost requires a comparison to the total cost of a DUI. Esurance offers an in-depth look at how expensive getting a DUI can be. Keeping...
Will co-parenting work for your family?
Divorce is difficult for everyone, but probably the most difficult for the children. They are the innocent parties who did not ask for this to happen and who had no control over the situation. A divorce turns their lives upside down and introduces new situations that...
Grandparent visitation rights in Pennsylvania
If your adult child is ending his or her relationship with your grandchild's other parent, you are likely concerned about your ongoing role in the child's life. The situation may be especially worrisome if your child does not have custody of your grandchild. Under...
Can you move with your kids after a Pennsylvania divorce?
Like others in Pennsylvania who have gotten divorced before you, you may eventually find yourself wanting to move in order to pursue a new job opportunity, to be closer to family or friends, or just to achieve a fresh start. If you have kids and an existing custody...
Furnishing alcohol to a minor can get you in trouble
It may seem like a good idea to host a get-together with your teenage child and his or her peers that involves alcohol. After all, if kids are going to party, you would rather they did so under your supervision so you can make sure nobody drives home intoxicated or...
Can I get my ex’s parental rights terminated?
In most cases, those in family law prefer children to have a relationship with both parents after a divorce. However, as we at the law firm of Ebner, Nevins & McAllister are aware, in some instances one or both parents might not be suited to take care of the...
What happens after a DUI arrest?
Getting arrested for DUI is a very serious offense in Reading. Along with the possibility of jail time and license suspension, there are a number of other consequences that can cause equally damaging effects to happen. Very Well Mind explains some of the possible...