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Rent-to-own Agreements: A Dangerous Way to Buy Real Estate

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Rent-to-own agreements are contracts for the sale of land where a buyer pays a down payment and some amount of rent over time in order to purchase a home. In Pennsylvania, these are sometimes referred to as Installment Land Contracts, and depending…
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Bus Accidents in Pennsylvania

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Buses are a convenient form of public transit—they provide a way to travel throughout Pennsylvania cities. School buses are great for transporting people to schools, events, and more. Unfortunately, though, like all motorized vehicles, city…
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Big Win in Bitler v. Robeson Township

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Yesterday Judge Leeson of the District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania ruled in favor of our client, Timothy Bitler Sr., a supervisor on the Board of Supervisors in Robeson Township. Mr. Bitler has been recording township meetings,…
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Commercial Leases v. Residential Leases

Commercial leases and residential leases differ in a lot of ways. Both types of leases are agreements between a landlord and a type of tenant, but they include different rights and responsibilities because they serve different purposes. A commercial…
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Boat Accidents in Pennsylvania

Although it may be difficult to imagine since Pennsylvania does not border the ocean, boat accidents occur frequently in many of Pennsylvania’s rivers and lakes. If you have been injured in a boating accident, you must prove that another person…
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Baiting Violations in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has some of the best hunting land in the country. One way that hunters gauge the quantity of game on any land is through baiting. While purchasing different types of bait and setting it out for wildlife is not illegal in and of…
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Can landlords garnish wages in Pennsylvania?

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Pennsylvania allows landlords to garnish wages from their tenants in certain circumstances. There are limitations set by both state and federal law. Wage garnishment can help landlords to collect money from legal judgments as long as they stay…
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Bicycle Accidents in Pennsylvania

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Sharing the road can be a challenge, especially as a bicyclist surrounded by impatient and distracted drivers. If you are injured in a bicycle accident in Pennsylvania, you may be entitled to compensation. It’s vital to speak with an experienced…
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Pennsylvania Bans Cell Phone Use While Driving

On June 5, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro signed a new bill into law. It is Senate Bill 37, known as Paul Miller’s Law. Paul Miller’s Law bans the use of hand-held devices while driving and makes it a ticketable offense. Pennsylvania is now…
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Car Seat Laws in Pennsylvania

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Car seats are an important safety measure for your children and grandchildren. Pennsylvania has laws pertaining to the type of car seat required for your child based on their age, height, and weight. By following these regulations and properly…
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Trusts in Estate Planning and Litigation

Trusts are an ancient legal mechanism that protect your assets, and they’ve only become more popular with time. Trusts can be used instead of wills to pass on your assets to the next generation, or as a way to protect money for a family member…