Parents in Pennsylvania with unresolved child custody issues might be nervous about attending a family court hearing for the first time. However, there are certain things they can do to ensure that the case they present is convincing and that they have the best chance...
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State representative arrested for DUI seeks forgiveness
A state representative in Pennsylvania was allegedly caught driving while intoxicated with alcohol at more than twice the legal limit. The incident took place in Mercer County along Interstate 79 around 9 p.m. in the evening. The police were originally notified when...
Can a child become a weapon in divorce custody battles?
Divorce can be one of the most challenging experiences of any parent's life. Apart from the other hurtful concerns in a divorce, healthy parents worry about what is best for their child. These parents attempt to stay on neutral or friendly ground. If they must...
How the best interests of a child are determined
If a divorced couple can't reach an agreement, courts in Pennsylvania determine who gets custody of a child based on the "best interests" standard. The judge has the responsibility of determining what will best suit the child's needs. There are a few factors that are...
A new year means another flood of divorce filings
Some Pennsylvania couples start the new year by making positive resolutions such as getting more exercise or breaking bad habits. However, some couples prefer to use this time of the year to end a marriage they believe isn't working and transition back to single life....
Divorce and dividing the family home
Pennsylvania couples who decide to divorce will have major decisions to make about how to handle the family home. The marital home is often one of the largest and most valuable assets to be included in divorce negotiations, and it can carry emotional significance...
ENM Law News: Client “NOT GUILTY” in DUI Case
DUI cases are concerning for many clients because there is often mandatory jail time associated with a conviction, as well as a lengthy license suspension. One such client was recently represented by Attorney McAllister in the Berks County Court of Common Pleas. Our...
Drunk driving rates up among veterans
The statistics may be concerning and surprising to people in Pennsylvania, especially those with veterans in their families, but drunk driving by military veterans has risen 60 percent since 2014 according to the results of one study. The American Addiction Centers...
Are you about to start driving with an IID in your vehicle?
In the state of Pennsylvania, drunk driving is a serious offense. The court will require certain people convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol to have ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles. Ignition interlock basics An ignition interlock...
Parallel parenting vs. co-parenting
People who share custody of their children in Pennsylvania must decide how they will handle decisions related to raising their kids. Parenting after divorce can be one of the most challenging aspects of separation. In an ideal situation, parents are able to work...