Pennsylvania courts are very concerned about the welfare of children whenever they are part of any legal situation, and this especially applies when a custody issue hangs in the balance. The courts take their role as child advocates very seriously. Judges weigh all...
Month: August 2021
Food Poisoning Claims
Imagine sitting down to a meal at a restaurant, banquet hall or food court. It seems like a nice enough place, the staff is courteous, and the choices on the menu are inviting. So, you place your order, your food is served, and you tuck into a filling, satisfying...
Creating an estate plan for a blended family
If you live in Pennsylvania and you are a parent in a blended family, your estate planning may have an extra layer of complexity. It is important to ensure that you make plans that will take care of any of your own children from a previous relationship as well as your...
What is a step-up in basis for tax purposes?
Many people become confused over the meaning of cost basis, as it is a term that accountants and tax specialists use to determine the worth of certain assets and how much tax must be paid. Understanding what cost basis is and how using a step-up in basis can make a...