Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire On August 2, 2021, in Kaur v. Singh, the Superior Court denied Mr. Singh’s request to have the protection from abuse (“PFA”) order against him declared void for infringing his religious rights. The order restricted him from...
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Year: 2021
Representing Yourself: Should You?
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire Professional services, whether a physician, engineer or an attorney, are necessary to navigate the complexities of their respective fields. It is acknowledged these costs may come at an unexpected time or result in unplanned...
CHALLENGING A Will
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire Disgruntled, scorned or disinherited heirs may claim the decedent’s Will was invalid. A child from decedent’s first marriage may dislike being disinherited in favor of step-mom, or a child may believe he was the rightful heir...
Spousal Elections: What May Happen If Your Spouse Disinherits You
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire Pennsylvania does not allow a spouse to disinherit the other spouse. If a spouse is disinherited, the law provides different remedies depending on whether the spouse died with or without a Will. If the spouse died without a...
Life Insurance and Retirement Proceeds Does A Will Control Their Distribution?
Written By: Robert L. Buzzendore, Esquire On December 14, 2020, in Goodwin v. Goodwin, the Superior Court entered an important decision regarding life insurance and IRA proceeds in a divorce case. Goodwin v. Goodwin, 2020 PA Super 284, 2338 EDA 2019. The issue was...