A DUI conviction can adversely affect several areas of your life, ranging from your finances to your career goals. Unfortunately, if you happen to receive a DUI in the middle of your job search, your ability to obtain employment may become that much harder. Though a...
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What legal woes can come from a bar fight?
Americans over the age of 21 have a legal right to consume alcohol. For many, bar hopping is a cherished activity. Unfortunately, the combination of intoxicants, crowds and late nights can turn explosive. When happy times curdle into violence, there are often criminal...
Can divorce affect your children?
Getting a divorce can create tension and uncertainty for your children. Helping them cope with the change in family dynamics can have challenges, especially while you navigate your own emotions. When you know how your split could impact your children, you may have a...
Does your child have drug paraphernalia in your home?
Raising a child nowadays can seem like a herculean feat, especially if your son or daughter has behavioral issues. It is not uncommon for troubled kids to use drugs or alcohol, unfortunately. According to Psychology Today, though, you can take steps to discourage your...
Why should you aim for joint parenting?
When parents go through a divorce, they have additional concerns to worry about on top of the usual issues like spousal support and division of assets or debts. They also have to worry about the well-being and welfare of their child. One way to help a child get...
How to determine paternity in Pennsylvania
The question of child custody becomes more complicated when the parents never married. Unmarried parents have the same rights as married parents in Pennsylvania. However, there is no presumption of paternity in the case of unmarried couples. If you want to establish...
Can you turn before a sobriety checkpoint?
Officers will sometimes set up sobriety, or DUI, checkpoints at various points on the highway. The intent of this checkpoint is to allow officers to catch potential intoxicated drivers and get them off of the road. However, some drivers may want to avoid these...
How can a parent obtain a restraining order on behalf of their children?
After a divorce, child custody can become a complicated matter for parents. If you have reason to believe that your co-parent physically harmed your children, you may feel at a loss for what to do next. After all, if you share custody, can you legally keep your former...
Violating a custody order in Pennsylvania
Whether your ex refuses to respect your rights as a non-custodial parent or you currently face allegations of violating a custody order, it is crucial to understand how the state enforces child custody orders. In Pennsylvania, violating a court order regarding child...
How can you prevent stress for children during divorce?
In the time leading up to a divorce, you and your ex-spouse may learn to control the anger or stress you feel. However, what you may not notice are your children's emotional reactions to this change in their lives. Taking steps to eliminate stress for your children...