May 2020

  • When considering filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, a common concern among clients is whether they may lose their home, car, retirement accounts, or other assets and property.  The federal bankruptcy laws include specific protections for the property and assets of bankruptcy debtors.  When a one files Bankruptcy, all his/her property becomes part

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  • Employment Law and Workplace Discrimination primarily focus on individuals falling within a defined “protected class.”  The Federal Government has a list of specific “protected classes,” and states and municipalities are free to add to the Federal Government’s “protected classes” list.  This results in the common questions to Attorneys and Human Resource Professionals: What are Protected

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  • The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became a federal law in 1990.  It was amended in 2008 by the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA). The primary purpose of the ADA is to provide workplace protections for individuals with a qualifying disability.  The protections include the requirements of employers implementing a “reasonable accommodation” for the employee, and

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  • There is a common misconception when it comes to Bankruptcy and Tax Debt, being that Tax Debt will not get erased in a Bankruptcy filing.  While not all Tax Debts get erased in Bankruptcy, certain Tax Debts can if meeting specific requirements.  When discussing Bankruptcy and erasing debts, the term “Erase” is replaced with the

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  • Are you being harassed by a debt collector?  Constant phone calls, calls to your work and family?  Threatening letters and emails?  Verbal threats of lawsuits, wage garnishment, taking of property, or jail?  You may be wondering about: WHAT DEBT COLLECTORS CANNOT DO. What Debt Collectors Cannot Do: Debt Collectors use many underhanded and illegal tactics

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  • With June 1st quickly approaching and leading to many areas re-opening, whether it is your state, county, or city, returning to the workplace in the time of COVID-19 is imminent.  With this reality, of returning to the workplace, many are sure to experience anxiety, fears, concerns, and apprehension about what awaits them in this new work

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  • Other Professions and Occupations in Pennsylvania requiring a license that can be impacted by a criminal or DUI conviction are:Barbers, Cosmetologists, Massage Therapists, Physical/Speech/Occupational Therapists, and Funeral Directors. These occupations and professions require education, skill, training, and can create enjoyable and lucrative careers.  The hard work, sacrifice, and dedication needed to obtain the license and

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  • To become a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania, you must have a four-year college degree, a master’s degree is preferred, and pass a challenging licensing examination. The State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors regulates the licensing and conduct of Licensed Social Workers in Pennsylvania.  Being a Licensed Social Worker

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  • To become a Licensed Insurance Agent in Pennsylvania, you must pass a challenging licensing examination about each area of insurance you wish to sell.  The Pennsylvania Department of Insurance regulates the licensing and conduct of Licensed Insurance Agents in Pennsylvania.  Being a Licensed Insurance Agent is a very demanding, lucrative, and respected profession; it takes

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  • To become a Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, you must complete a vast number of educational requirements, have extensive experience in your field of engineering, and take one of the most challenging licensing tests offered.  The Pennsylvania Board of Professional Engineers regulates the licensing and conduct of Professional Engineers in Pennsylvania.  Being a Professional Engineer is

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