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Tips on negotiating the purchase price on a house

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Sep 20, 2021 | Estate Planning

It’s a dream for many residents of Pennsylvania to own a home. If you are looking to buy a house, it can be exciting and overwhelming in a good way. However, it also takes a lot of money when you’re in the market for a home. Knowing how to effectively negotiate the...

An overview of Chapter 13 bankruptcy

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Sep 2, 2021 | Bankruptcy Law

Consumers in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, may consider bankruptcy to help relieve overwhelming debt. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a solution for consumers who have a desire to pay their debts. This type of bankruptcy has several benefits. How Chapter 13 bankruptcy works...

Overview and types of repetitive stress injuries

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Aug 20, 2021 | Uncategorized

Workers' compensation in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, provides compensation for injured workers who can no longer perform their jobs. A common type of injury that workers face is repetitive stress injury, or RSI. Definition of repetitive stress injury Repetitive stress...

HIV and the ADA

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Aug 10, 2021 | Uncategorized

Approximately 36,000 people live with HIV in Pennsylvania. They have the right not to experience discrimination in housing, education, employment, public accommodations, and many other areas. One of the ways that those rights are protected is the Americans With...

Are early school times a cause of drowsy driving among teens?

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Jul 30, 2021 | Car Accidents

Many teenagers in Pennsylvania are getting ready for the start of a new school year. As many people know, making it to school on time means waking up early in the morning. Unfortunately, such early school start times might be causing dangerous situations for many teen...

Synthetic vitreous fibers and fiberglass workplace exposure

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Jul 20, 2021 | Pedestrian Injury

Many workers get exposed to synthetic vitreous fibers or fiberglass on a regular basis in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, this can put them in harm’s way and cause lifelong issues. Here’s more information about these types of materials and how exposure to them can affect...

Naming a minor as a beneficiary

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Jul 8, 2021 | Estate Planning

When it comes to estate planning, a big consideration is usually taking care of the next generations. People want to ensure that their children and grandchildren are provided for. Because of that, people sometimes name a minor child as a beneficiary of a will,...

The implications of the automatic stay of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Jun 29, 2021 | Bankruptcy Law

Chapter 7 bankruptcy, under consumer bankruptcy law, is when a debtor agrees to liquidate assets. In exchange for surrendering assets, rights are conferred to the applicant. These include an automatic stay on the actions of creditors. What's covered under the...

What to expect when closing on a house in Pennsylvania

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | Jun 11, 2021 | Civil law

Closing on a house in Pennsylvania isn't as simple as signing a document and obtaining the home's title. You will have to pay the closing costs in guaranteed funds to finalize the purchase. Promissory note and deed of trust If you are receiving financing to buy the...

The steps involved in real estate closings

On Behalf of Newman Williams, P.C. | May 27, 2021 | Articles

Residents of Stroudsburg and other areas of Pennsylvania may want to learn more about the closing of a real estate purchase. It is the process that transfers ownership of a property after there has been a contract. According to real estate experts, awareness of these...

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Tips on negotiating the purchase price on a house

An overview of Chapter 13 bankruptcy

Overview and types of repetitive stress injuries

HIV and the ADA

Are early school times a cause of drowsy driving among teens?

Synthetic vitreous fibers and fiberglass workplace exposure

Naming a minor as a beneficiary

The implications of the automatic stay of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy

What to expect when closing on a house in Pennsylvania

The steps involved in real estate closings

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