Guardianship is the legal process in which a court appoints a person or an institution to be the legal guardian of a person who is unable to manage their own personal, legal, medical and/or financial affairs. The guardian then has the legal right and ability to act on...
Month: May 2021
What do I need to do in Pennsylvania if a beneficiary is missing or can’t be located?
The executor of an estate has many responsibilities to fulfill when the testator dies. One of those obligations is filing the will with the probate court. Another is contacting beneficiaries to notify them of the testator's passing. There's often a significant amount...
What if my child suffers a birth injury?
When you find out you are expecting a child, you may feel tremendous excitement and joy. You’ve always dreamed of being a mother and now that dream will come true. In the months before your baby is born, you spend a lot of time preparing for your little one’s arrival....
Why was your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy dismissed and what does that mean?
As to the limitations on a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, your debt has to be under $394,725 in unsecured loans (credit card, personal loans) and less than $1,184,200 in secured loans for chapter 13 help to be permitted. Loans against houses and cars are the most common...
The Importance of Estate Planning
Estate planning is something that often individuals do not wish to address or shy away from the subject. It can be a scary thought, but prudent estate planning now can ensure that the ones that you love will be taken care of. According to a recent study done by the...
Is Virtual Probate Here to Stay?
As the Covid-19 Coronavirus continues to affect the nation, it appears as if Virtual Probate is here to stay. No longer are the days where you can just waltz into the Register of Wills and open probate for your late parents’ estate. Although in some ways it...