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When it gets hot in Pennsylvania, those who work outdoors need to be extra cautious about what they do, what they eat and drink and what they wear, among other things. That way, they can avoid suffering a heat-related illness like heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Basic...
With a recent increase in the number of divorces among elderly couples, which is referred to as “gray divorce,” the need for estate planning modifications after a remarriage late in life has also grown. However, it's sad to say that many people fail to take the...
Generally speaking, there is nothing illegal about creating and distributing multiple copies of your last will and testament. Furthermore, it may be within your rights to give signed copies of this document to your Pennsylvania attorney or other trusted individuals....
You may be able to create a will, trust or other estate plan documents yourself. However, those documents generally don't mean much unless they are created and executed in a strategic manner. Therefore, it may be in your best interest to work with a Pennsylvania...
If you have a revocable trust, you can change the terms of the trust at any time. It is a good idea to inform your trustee of any edits that you have made as soon as possible. Generally speaking, the process of amending a trust involves little more than writing the...
Estate planning when there is a business involved requires not only planning for personal assets but also considering long-term business requirements. If an individual has a sole proprietorship, the business estate planning is somewhat simplified as the business...
If a person dies without a will, a Pennsylvania judge may determine who gets his or her assets under the intestacy law. A judge may also decide who will raise that individual's children in the absence of a guardianship nomination. Although a will can be an important...
Estate planning is important for all Pennsylvania residents, particularly if they own a business or property. One document that business owners should consider as part of their estate plan is a power of attorney. A medical or financial power of attorney gives another...
Construction site managers in Pennsylvania should be aware that nearly one third of workers' compensation claims that construction companies file nationwide are due to fall-related injuries. OSHA even sponsors an annual event called Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in...
Day in and day out, construction workers in Pennsylvania are faced with numerous hazards, many of which can be mitigated with the help of the employer. Below are five tips that employers will want to take into account. First, employers should know that equipment...