Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire Besides numerous federal law and regulations governing firearms, Pennsylvania laws govern firearms and who may possess them. Section 6105 of the PA Uniform Firearms Act identifies persons who are not allowed to possess, own...
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Year: 2019
Competency Or Undue Influence
Written By: William F. Hoffmeyer, Esquire This blog involves a case from which an appeal was taken from the probate of a will that was actually prepared by an attorney but signed in the attorney’s absence in the hospital in the presence of the sole beneficiary. This...
Grandparent Custody
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire Grandparents have custody rights under the law, but they must satisfy the legal requirements to file a custody complaint. Legal standing is the ability to file a complaint. One of the ways grandparents may obtain standing and...
Time: Do Not Ignore Deadlines
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire A recent unemployment compensation case highlights the importance of filing an appeal on time and maintaining proof that it was filed on time. Time deadlines are very important especially when it relates to the jurisdiction of...
Trying Your Case on Social Media or in the court of public opinion
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire Social media provides people with the ability to maintain contact with family, friends and others. Social media also provides a forum for people to publish their personal dislikes about a former significant other or spouse,...
Dividing Up Real Estate Will You Get Your Fair Share
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire A person may own real estate with a significant other or a ‘business’ partner. Generally, there is no cohabitation or other written agreement regarding their real estate. Initially, the arrangement may be satisfactory, but...
Did You Know
DID YOU KNOW Every adult should have a Healthcare Power of Attorney, a document that authorizes another person to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so. The document also authorizes medical personnel to share information about a medical condition...
New Pennsylvania Law Seeks Balance Between Fair Housing Act and Service Animal Scams
The federal Fair Housing Act requires landlords and housing facilities to allow service dogs and emotional support animals, if necessary for a person with a disability to have an equal opportunity to use and enjoy the home. To fall under this provision, the person...
Unemployment Compensation Don’t Disqualify Yourself
Don’t Disqualify Yourself Unemployment compensation can provide benefits during a difficult time. However, if an employee commits willful misconduct, benefits will be denied. In a recent appeals court case, an employee should have consulted an attorney to inform her...
Will Your Will Be Clear
A Will informs other people of your intentions regarding distribution of your assets upon death. A poorly drafted Will may not accomplish your goals because others may not understand your intent. This may lead other, especially disgruntled heirs (usually family...