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Capital Gains Tax

Investing is a great way to bolster your financial security, but when the taxman cometh, things can get complicated quite quickly. One of the most often talked about types of investment taxes is capital gains taxes. In this article, we’ll…
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Can my sentencing be deferred while my case is on appeal?

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If you’ve lost a criminal case at trial and you’re looking to bring an appeal, will the court consider deferring your sentence until the appeal is decided? Under Pennsylvania law, there are several factors that a court will consider in making…
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Self-Storage Unit Laws in Pennsylvania

Self-storage units have become popular across Pennsylvania. Individuals and businesses use these spaces to store belongings, inventory and equipment. Whether you’re a renting a unit or a running a facility, there are certain rights and regulations…
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Taxpayer Bill of Rights

We all know about the original Bill of Rights drafted by James Madison in 1789 to ensure that the freedoms we enjoy every day are protected, but did you know there’s a Taxpayer Bill of Rights specifically outlining your rights as a taxpayer?…
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Policing and Enforcing Your Intellectual Property Rights

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Understanding Your Rights as a Grandparent

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In many families, grandparents play a crucial role in the lives of their grandchildren. Grandparents offer love, support, the wisdom of years and guidance through difficult times. Unfortunately, there are situations in which grandparents may…
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Can you Garnish Wages for Debts in Pennsylvania?

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Wage garnishment is a legal process by which a creditor (that is, someone who is owed money) collects that money directly from a debtor’s employer. The employer, when sending out its payroll through paycheck or direct deposit, is required…
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Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania

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At some point in your life, you will have to cross a street. As a child you were probably told that you had to hold someone’s hand and maybe never to run across a street. But when you’re injured in a pedestrian accident, where should you…
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Debunking Common Personal Injury Myths

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Myths can be dangerous, especially when you’re injured and trying to understand the legal process. Law is complicated, and so it comes with plenty of urban legends attached. So today, we’re separating fact and myth. Have you been injured…
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"Nanny Cams" and Pennsylvania Law

Parents are increasingly using “nanny cam” technologies to ensure that the people they hire to care for their children are doing their jobs well. The use of these surveillance cameras, however, raises many important legal considerations. Under…
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Catastrophic Accidents in Pennsylvania

A catastrophic accident is an accident that occurs which may lead you to sustain permanent injuries. Although Pennsylvania law does not define a catastrophic injury, it can be defined as a permanent injury resulting in long-lasting injuries.…
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When should I move to make an unpublished opinion published?

If you’ve brought a successful appeal in the Superior Court or the Commonwealth Court, and the decision is released as unpublished, should you move to make it published? Does it matter for your case whether this case is going to be a precedent…