Most people know what it means to get a divorce, but an annulment is not so common. What makes them different from each other? As you may know, the result of a divorce or an annulment is that the two spouses are no longer legally married.
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Pennsylvania courts generally divide marital property equally. For the most part, either spouse should receive 50% of the marital property. This also means that 50% of any marital debts will also fall on each spouse. Although this is the general rule, the court may skew the distribution so that one spouse receives more than 50% of the marital estate.
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No one would buy a boat and set sail without ensuring it's insured in case of storms or unexpected challenges. Insurance coverage in a business is like checking if your boat has the proper protection.
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When you buy a safe, you want to ensure that it can't be easily cracked and it protects what's inside. Data privacy and security in a business are like checking the digital fortresses for potential vulnerabilities.
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Think about buying a house. Before you sign on the dotted line, you want to ensure the foundation is solid and there are no hidden surprises. Real estate in a business is like checking the property for potential issues.
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Imagine you're about to buy a boat. Before sealing the deal, you want to ensure it doesn't leak. Financial matters in a business are like checking the boat for leaks.
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You're about to buy a piece of land. Before closing the deal, ensure it's not a protected nature reserve or contaminated. Check the health of the land by examining environmental and regulatory issues
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Imagine you're about to buy a ship. Before setting sail, you want to ensure the crew is content and the vessel is seaworthy. Employee and labor matters are like checking the crew and the ship's condition. Here's why it's crucial.
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If you are one of the unfortunate Pennsylvanians who is hurt, financially or physically, while hunting or injured by any outdoor-related gear or equipment every year, you will need an attorney to handle your case. Most injured sportsman just hire a random injury lawyer and do not think about is how important it is to have an attorney with deep knowledge of that specific type of hunting, the products involved, how they are used, and how they are supposed to work.
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You're about to buy a business, and it's like stepping onto a new land. But before you plant your flag, you must check the legal terrain. Litigation and disputes are like hidden traps in the landscape. Here's why you need to tread carefully.
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Picture this: You're steering a ship into new waters—the business world. But just like on the open sea, there are rules and regulations. Regulatory compliance is like your navigation chart. Here's why it's crucial:
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As turkey hunting season approaches in Pennsylvania (May 4 for general season and April 27 for Youth Day), I am already seeing news stories and social media posts about hunters getting shot down south. Although it sounds incredibly difficult to screw up that bad, this happens every year.
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Have you ever thought about what makes a company unique? It's not just the products or services—it's also the creative treasures, the Intellectual Property (IP). Here's why understanding IP is crucial when buying a business:
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Picture this: You're about to buy a business, and it's like opening a treasure chest. But instead of gold coins, you find contracts and agreements. These legal documents are the backbone of any business.
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Understand the target company's corporate structure. It is like taking a closer look at its organization and operation. It's essential as it affects decision-making, responsibilities, and the success of your acquisition.
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Legal due diligence in M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) for SMBs (small and medium-sized businesses) involves thoroughly examining the target company's legal aspects. You want to identify risks and liabilities that could impact the transaction's success.
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If you will be hunting in Pennsylvania or if you own land in Pennsylvania, it is important to understand our state’s trespass law. For years, I have watched never-ending online squabbles over what the law is and isn’t. Some are experienced hunters and others are even law enforcement officers who make false claims about the law because “that’s how it’s always been done.”
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What exactly is a prenup? A prenuptial agreement, sometimes called a “prenup,” is an agreement between future spouses regarding their marriage. It may spell out how to address property and assets, as well as support obligations, in the event of the dissolution of their marriage. When a marriage ends, the property and assets owned by both spouses, individually or jointly, comprise the marital estate. The Court then considers a list of 11 factors in determining how to distribute the marital estate between the spouses and will also decide whether the property is non-marital.
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By now, you know The Skeen Firm wants to handle your Family Law matter on our Flat Fee platform. We get it; no divorce is fun. Custody battles are tough. And equitable distribution is often a complex challenge. That is why we have a flat fee approach; predictability is our first method of promoting stability.
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The answer here is that it depends. Conditions to adopt your spouse's child vary based on the situation. Sometimes, you must obtain consent from the child's other biological parent or guardian and the child themself. Other times, this may not be the case, and you may only need consent from one other person
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