Legal Insights
A Small Business Game Plan to Follow During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Feeling sick about your business during these uncertain times? Doylestown Attorney Donald Petrille offers a to-do list for small business owners that can help position themselves for what lies ahead. The COVID-19 virus biggest casualty so far has been our small business community. Washington is working on a number of measures to give our small […]
Does Workers’ Comp Cover Coronavirus?
If you contract COVID-19 at work, you may have a compensable Pennsylvania workers’ comp (WC) claim. However, it might not be the easiest route to financial relief. This blog touches on the process, proofs, and pecuniary benefits of pursuing a workers comp claim. First Things First If you believe you’ve contracted COVID-19 at work, the […]
How the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Will Affect Local Business
The Act seeks to address the impact of coronavirus in a number of areas, but how will it affect employees, employers and their businesses in PA? On the night of Tuesday, March 17th, 2020, the President signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. It was passed by Congress in hopes that it will assist Americans, […]
Employers: Does a Force Majeure Clause in Your Contract Cover You During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
The Coronavirus pandemic has upended our lives with little notice. Public events have stopped, schools and stores have closed, the financial markets have been volatile, and people are staying at home. Amid this chaos and uncertainty, how do contracts cover employer emergencies like the Coronavirus? The answer may depend on whether your contract has a […]
Can I Collect Unemployment Compensation During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
If you meet one of the following employment statuses, you may be eligible for unemployment compensation in Pennsylvania. Both employees and employers are trying to navigate the unprecedented measures being implemented by the government to attempt to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus (Coronavirus). With many businesses being forced to close or alter operations, […]
"Earning Capacity” and What It Means for Child Support Payments
When a marriage is ending, one of the first issues that must be addressed is the amount of child support payments that must be paid. The first task in calculating child support, whether it be spousal support, alimony pendente lite or child support, is calculating the parties’ income available for support. What is considered income? […]
Parental Alienation and What to Look Out For
When a co-parent systematically manipulates your child to reject you, it is beyond terrifying. If the behavior is severe, it can have irreversible negative effects on your child’s psyche and development. Parental alienation is one of the most complex child custody issues our clients face. However, before running into court wielding your accusations of parental […]
Storage Unit Laws
Pennsylvania has distinct storage unit laws that protect occupants and owners. And yes, they can auction off your contents. Have you ever seen an episode of Storage Wars and wondered, can someone legally sell property in a storage facility? Storage Wars takes place in California, and I am not here to discuss California law. However, […]
Divorce Mediation - What You Can, and Should Expect
Trust us, if you are going through divorce mediation, you need a family law attorney on your side. What is Divorce Mediation? Divorce mediation is an out-of-court dispute resolution tool that helps separating couples who want to amicably settle their issues with minimal involvement of the legal system. A good mediator is one who will: […]
Real Estate Transfer Tax in Montgomery County, PA
Real Estate Transfer Tax is something everyone in Pennsylvania needs to address. Whether you’re dealing with commercial or residential real estate purchases or real estate development in Montgomery County, PA, you will inevitably be faced with having to consider whether you are obligated to pay a real estate transfer tax. Here’s what you need to […]