Debt allows people to make large purchases now with the expectation that they’ll pay for it later. For a lot of people, this is a promising idea. However, debt obligations can quickly get out of control. People may, for example, take on too much credit card debt or...
Deadly speeding dangers
Speeding is a common moving violation on Pennsylvania roads that leads to collisions. Numerous accidents result in fatalities, a fact that highlights the dangers. Persons hurt by speeding drivers might explore legal options to recover losses. Speeding and fatal...
Speed assistance technology could reduce traffic accidents
Speeding plays a substantial role in many of the traffic accidents that happen every year on roads throughout the United States. Pennsylvania road users might be safer if automakers adopted speed assistance technology, but there is some resistance to adding it to...
The importance of proper eye safety in the workplace
Pennsylvania is home to many hard-working people. While you think about many things at work, it's sometimes easy to accidentally neglect the importance of protecting your eyes. Unfortunately, nearly 2,000 eye-related injuries occur daily that result in medical...
Are seasonal workers covered by workers’ comp in PA?
Almost every customer-facing business needs seasonal help during the winter holidays, so seasonal workers play a critical part in Pennsylvania’s workplace – especially in the hospitality and retail industries. While seasonal jobs offer a lot of flexibility (for both...
A new traffic rule that could reduce pedestrian and cyclist accidents
In Pennsylvania and many other states, turning right on a red light is allowed, although the safety implications have become a focal point due to the increasing number of bicycle and pedestrian accidents involving vehicles turning right on red lights. The longstanding...
Taking out a car loan during a Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Pennsylvania residents who file Chapter 13 bankruptcies enter into payment plans that pay down their debts over three or five years. Chapter 13 payment plans are structured in a way that allows individuals to enjoy a reasonable standard of living, but they do not...
How do probate bonds work?
Probate can sometimes be a very difficult legal process for loved ones to maneuver through in the state of Pennsylvania. If you have been assigned the executor of an estate, you may have many questions. These may include whether or not you should obtain a bond and how...
The going and coming rule and workers’ compensation
Unfortunately, adults in Pennsylvania experience workplace injuries each year. When injuries happen at work, it's fairly simple to determine if an employer is at fault. However, determining fault isn't easy when individuals sustain injuries while coming and going to...
Do car seats keep my kid safe?
Five-point harness, booster, high-backed booster … parents are likely familiar with these and other car seat related terms. Knowing the terms is one thing. Knowing how to choose the right one is another, and often far more difficult, task. There are dozens of options...