Monroe County Law Blog
Basics of workers’ compensation benefits in Pennsylvania
People in Pennsylvania work many different types of jobs in order to earn an income and support their families. These jobs have various requirements and demands. Some may have more inherent dangers involved in them than others as well. However, people working in any...
Drowsy driving dangers, statistics and prevention
It’s common knowledge that driving while intoxicated can be dangerous. But it’s not often that you hear about that people who too sleepy to drive calling for a sober ride. However, research reveals that when a driver goes behind the wheel after being awake for 24...
What to do before closing on your new home
Purchasing a new home, whether it is your starter home, an upgrade to a larger home or a downsize to a smaller home is an exciting time. However, potential homeowners in the Stroudsburg area should not rush through the closing process in an attempt to quickly get the...
Ways to repair your credit score after bankruptcy
There are a lot of misconceptions about bankruptcy. A lot of people think that it will ruin their financial lives forever, and that it destines them to a life with nothing. This is far from the reality of what bankruptcy has to offer. In fact, each year millions of...
It is possible to purchase a home after bankruptcy
Many Stroudsburg area residents have had financial difficulties they have had to overcome. Whether it be unexpected medical bills, a job lay-off, education expenses, etc. Bills and credit card statements can begin to add up and it can be hard for a person to get out...
The dangers of distracted driving for victims
Distracted driving is dangerous driving behavior that can cause serious accidents. Importantly, the personal injury legal process provides protections for victims injured by distracted drivers. Distracted driving can be considered negligence which may create legal...
Workers’ compensation help for injured workers
Without workers’ compensation benefits injured Pennsylvanians may find it hard adjusting to life with a workplace injury. Following a workplace accident, injured workers should be familiar with the different types of workers’ compensation benefits that may be able to...
Weighing the pros and cons of filing for bankruptcy
The choice of whether or not you should file for bankruptcy can be a daunting one. While it wipes away overwhelming debt, bankruptcy can also have serious effects on your finances for years. As a highly personal decision, it’s essential that you carefully weigh the...
These are the basic duties of an estate administrator
It’s tough to move on after losing your parents. You’re probably finding yourself struggling to cope with the loss as you’re flooded with memories. Yet, as difficult as it can to deal with the realities of life after you’re parents are gone, you also have to figure...
Will my stimulus check affect my Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected virtually everybody in Pennsylvania. If you and your family are lucky enough not to have caught the virus, your lives have almost certainly changed as a result of the statewide lockdown orders. You may have been furloughed at work or...
