Central Pennsylvania General Practice Law Blog

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...

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,...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

ESTATE ADMINISTRATION: What You Need to Know About Documentation Estate Administration is an emotional roller coaster and, quite honestly, it entails a lot of time, energy, patience and flexibility.  It doesn’t give you very much time to grieve either; however, that...

Review Legal Documents IT’S TIME: Wills, Power of Attorneys, Trust Agreements, and More The start of a new year is a perfect time to review the legal documents that you had a lawyer prepare more than five years ago. You know the documents I’m referencing. Wills, Power...

    YOUR WILL: DOES IT DO WHAT YOU THINK IT WILL DO? A Will puts you in charge because it allows you to decide who will receive your assets upon death.  A Will may also show your intentions regarding burial, cremation and, if you have minor children, who should be the...