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Issues to consider when creating a succession plan
Ideally, you will start thinking about who will run your Pennsylvania business long before deciding to retire. Having a succession plan in place can ensure that the company remains a viable entity when you're no longer around to run it. There are a few pitfalls to...
Underage Drinking FAQs
Everyone knows that the legal age to drink in Pennsylvania is 21. This means it is illegal for anyone under that age to consume, purchase, transport, or possess liquor, brewed, or malt beverages. Underage drinking laws may seem simple at first glance, but the reality...
Stalking
Stalking is a serious crime that you can be charged with in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In Pennsylvania, any act or repeated acts that give another person distress within reason can be stalking. The charges vary depending on if it is a first offense or if there...
What are “college crimes?”
A college student convicted of a crime may face more than victim restitution, steep fines, and even incarceration. They may find that their education is at risk as well. These students can lose scholarships, internships, or potential job offers and put them farther...
The history of Pennsylvania DUI law changes and why that matters today
In 2018, Pennsylvania changed its DUI laws. Once considered among the more lenient states in the US, these changes have permanently shifted to be more punitive and comprehensive. The purpose of this law was to deter drunk drivers from offending again. It categorized...
Employment issues: a major focus for business owners
Prospective Pennsylvania business owners with forward-looking vision and principals of already established commercial entities are obviously smart and proactive people. Put another way: The business realm is not for the unprepared or faint of heart. Forging ahead with...
What Does an Outside General Counsel Do?
Small and medium-sized companies have the same legal needs for contract drafting, litigation services and collections as any large company. Unfortunately, smaller companies can’t rely on an internal legal department as needed and must engage legal services a la carte....
Driving with a suspended license
One charge that occurs in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is the charge of Driving with a Suspended License. A conviction for this charge can have drastic repercussions on an individuals ability to drive. A defendants license is automatically suspended for an...
First Time DUI Offenders: The FAQs You Need to Know
Even if it is your first driving under the influence (DUI) offense, the consequences can have you enduring significant hardships for the rest of your life. If you are charged with a DUI, you need answers fast, and from someone you trust. The following frequently asked...
Survey reveals facts about distracted driving
The Artificial Intelligence firm Netradyne released study results showing that many people in Pennsylvania and other parts of the country think it is unsafe to drive a car. The main reason for this concern is distracted drivers. The chief executive officer of the AI...
