Many young adults with minor children believe executing a Last Will & Testament is not a priority because they are young and healthy. However, we all know that tragedy can strike at any time, and being prepared is your best bet, especially if you have a minor...
Month: April 2018
Why you shouldn’t be ashamed of bankruptcy
At first thought, you may think of bankruptcy as the "loser's" way out of debt; essentially giving up on your efforts to pay bills that will forever label you as a cheat or deadbeat. However, you may soon learn that millions of Americans seek bankruptcy protection...
Options available to Pennsylvania firefighters who get cancer
Firefighting is an inherently dangerous occupation. The brave men and women who risk their lives for our safety face serious risks every day. In addition to the potential for severe burns or smoke inhalation, there are less obvious hazards they must also contend...
Help your children protect themselves from sexual assault
Informing your children about the dangers of sexual assault is a difficult conversation to have. Our children are innocent. It is difficult to bring up such a serious problem. Unfortunately, we also live in a world where it is essential to help children protect...
Springtime means outdoor work injuries!
After the long winter months, it is normal to acquire some cabin fever. Once the clocks are changed and we get more sunlight, the warm weather will follow. Ironically, there are dangers workers face outside that they do not face during the winter months. For example,...
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention week
During the spring, there's nothing like taking a dog for a walk (or run). Indeed, spring is slow to come this year, but in no time parks and other greenspaces will have pet owners taking their dogs to frolic and play. When in public, it is not expected that a dog will...
Basic tax tips for divorcing couples
Taxes don't go away because of divorce, unfortunately. And while neither divorce nor taxes are exactly fun to talk about, there are some important considerations that you should be aware of if you are in the middle of divorce proceedings. We've answered three of...
Safe riding tips for motorcyclists
Weather-wise, it looks like we have turned a corner. The constant threats of snow covered highways and threats of black ice are over; coming are warmer days and late sunsets. These are telltale signs of spring. With that, people will begin to bring their motorcycles...
Study shows teens may ignore texting and driving bans
While the weather may not seem spring like, it is a time for new beginnings. Soon enough, snow will turn into rain, and buds will turn into flowers, and more drivers will be on the road with spring break and prom coming soon. Because of this, it is appropriate to...